What is surname boyer?

Boyer is a surname of French origin. The name is derived from the Old French word "boier," which means "woodcutter" or "saddle-maker." In some cases, it may also be an occupational name for those who were farmers or landowners. The Boyer family is known to have originated in the region of Burgundy in France and has spread throughout the world through migration and immigration. Notable people with the surname Boyer include French actor Charles Boyer and American politician Charles Boyer III.