About Eichhorn
The surname Eichhorn is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "eichhorn," meaning "squirrel." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who worked as a hunter or a furrier, specializing in the trade of squirrel pelts. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who had squirrel-like characteristics, such as being agile or quick. Overall, the surname Eichhorn is associated with the squirrel and its related activities or attributes.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Eichhorn 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 Eichhorn in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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