About Flickner
The surname Flickner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "vlicken," meaning "to flick" or "to whip." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who used a whip or flicked a whip, possibly indicating a person involved in horse training or a coachman. Over time, the surname Flickner became hereditary and passed down through generations, eventually becoming a family name.
The surname Flickner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Flickner 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 Flickner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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