The surname Fischer is of German and Swiss origin, derived from the Middle High German word 'fischer', which means 'fisherman'. It was originally an occupational name for a fisherman or someone who lived near a fish trap. The name Fischer is also associated with the Jewish Ashkenazic tradition, where it was often adopted as an ornamental surname. Today, Fischer is one of the most common surnames in Germany and Switzerland, and has also spread to other parts of Europe, as well as North America due to immigration.
In 2016, there were 8 babies named Fischer. This number decreased slightly to 5 in 2017 but then rose again to 6 in 2018. Over these three years, a total of 19 children were given the name Fischer.