Weber

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Weber is a surname of German origin, derived from the noun meaning "weaver". The German pronunciation is best represented in English orthography as "VAYB'r", while in English it is more likely to be pronounced "WEBB'r" or "WAYB'r". In some cases, following migration to English-speaking countries, it has been anglicised to the English surname 'Webber' or even 'Weaver'.

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People

See also: People named Weber

Karl Wehber A medical researcher that lived in germany in the 17th century he helped discover the vacine for red fever

Places

Weber is the name of several places including:

Companies

  • Weber is an Italian fuel system manufacturer, owned by Magneti-Marelli, see carburetor
  • Weber is an American company producing and selling barbecue grills
  • Weber supply is a Canadian distributor of industrial supplies.
  • Weber's is the name of a North American burger chain.
  • Weber is a American manufacturer of pianos founded in 1852 by Albert Weber.

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