What does "occupational name" mean?

A name, especially a surname — such as Smith or Taylor — that is derived from an occupation, presumably that of a distant ancestor.

What is a synonym for "occupational name"?

Common synonyms include: fleischer.

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A name, especially a surname — such as Smith or Taylor — that is derived from an occupation, presumably that of a distant ancestor.