The surname Beecher is of English origin, derived from the Middle English word "beche," meaning beech tree. It originally denoted someone who lived by a prominent beech tree or near an area wooded with beech trees. The name has been associated with various occupations, including a beech tree dweller and occasionally a corruption of Bee-Churl, meaning bee-keeper. The surname has seen significant changes in usage over time, particularly in the United States, where it has become more prevalent due to immigration and cultural influences.
