About Berkowitz
The surname Berkowitz is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish words "ber" meaning bear and "kovitz" meaning hat. It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who made or sold hats made from bear fur. The name may also have been given to someone who had a physical resemblance to a bear or possessed bear-like qualities.
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