About Braunstein
The surname Braunstein is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the German words "braun" meaning "brown" and "stein" meaning "stone." It is believed to have originated as a locational name for individuals who lived near a brown-colored stone or a place with such a name. The name may also have been adopted as an ornamental or occupational name for someone who worked with or traded in brown-colored stones.
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