About Elsner
The surname Elsner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "elsene," meaning "alder tree." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a name for someone who lived near or worked with alder trees. The alder tree was highly valued in medieval times for its wood, which was used in various industries such as carpentry and cooperage. Over time, the surname Elsner became a hereditary family name passed down through generations.
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The surname Elsner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Elsner 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 Elsner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Elsner using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.