About Auchter
The surname Auchter is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "ochter," meaning "eight." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was the eighth child in a family or born in the eighth month. Alternatively, it could have been a topographic name for someone who lived near a place associated with the number eight, such as a field or a house number. The surname Auchter is relatively rare and can be found mainly in Germany and Switzerland.
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The surname Auchter is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Auchter based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Auchter in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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