Miller is a surname with origins in the British Isles, deriving from the occupation of grinding grains into flour. The name is widespread throughout the English-speaking world, particularly in the United States, where it ranks as the seventh most common surname. Notable bearers of the name include Arthur Miller, the American playwright, and Glenn Miller, the American jazz musician. The surname has also been adopted by many non-English speaking families, particularly in Germany, where Müller is a common variant.
