About Derstine
The surname Derstine is of Swiss-German origin and is derived from the personal name "Durst", meaning "thirst". It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone with an excessive thirst or a metaphorical thirst for knowledge or adventure. Over time, the suffix "-ine" was added, which is a diminutive ending commonly found in Swiss surnames. Therefore, the surname Derstine can be interpreted as "little thirst" or "thirsty one".
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