About Herlein
The surname Herlein is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "herlīn," meaning "little army." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of a person named Herle or Herlo. The name may have been given to someone who had a military background or was associated with a small army. Over time, the surname Herlein has likely been passed down through generations, becoming a family name.
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