Beecher

Beecher is a surname with English origins, derived from the Old English words “bece,” meaning “stream,” and “ere,” meaning “dweller.” Notable figures with the Beecher surname include the American abolitionist and preacher Henry Ward Beecher and his sister, author Harriet Beecher Stowe. Today, the surname is found primarily in the United States and is carried by individuals from various ethnic and racial backgrounds. The Beecher name represents a rich legacy of social activism, religious leadership, and literary achievement.