About Ginsburg
The surname Ginsburg is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the German word "gans" meaning "goose" and "burg" meaning "castle" or "fortress." It is believed to have originated as a locational name for someone who lived near or worked at a castle or fortress associated with geese. The surname Ginsburg is commonly found among Jewish communities, particularly those of Eastern European descent.
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The surname Ginsburg is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ginsburg 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 Ginsburg in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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