Sommers is a surname of German origin, derived from the Middle High German word 'sumer', meaning summer. It is thought to have been an occupational name for someone who harvested fruit or flowers in the summer season. Today, Sommers is most commonly found in the United States, where it has been established since the 18th century. According to the 2000 U.S. Census, it was the 3,762nd most popular surname in the country, with approximately 9,405 individuals bearing the name Sommers.
"The name Sommers was given to seven newborns in the year 1977."