About Hiltz
The surname Hiltz is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "hilt," meaning "hilt" or "handle." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who made or sold sword hilts or handles. Over time, the name Hiltz became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Hiltz can be found primarily in Germany and other German-speaking regions, as well as in countries with German immigrant populations.
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The surname Hiltz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hiltz 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 Hiltz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hiltz using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.