About Forthman
The surname Forthman is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "vort," meaning "ford" or "shallow place in a river," and "mann," meaning "man." Therefore, the surname Forthman likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near or worked at a ford or shallow crossing in a river. It may have also been an occupational name for a ferryman or someone who guided others across a river.
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The surname Forthman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Forthman 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 Forthman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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