About Eltz
The surname Eltz is of German origin and is derived from the place name Eltz, which refers to several towns and castles in Germany. The name Eltz is believed to have originated from the Old High German word "eliza," meaning "noble." Therefore, the surname Eltz likely originated as a locational name for someone who lived near or was associated with one of the Eltz towns or castles, or as a patronymic name for someone descended from a person associated with the Eltz family.
The surname Eltz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Eltz 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 Eltz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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