About Hitner
The surname Hitner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "hütner," meaning "shepherd." It is an occupational surname that was originally given to those who worked as shepherds or tended to livestock. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who displayed qualities associated with shepherding, such as being protective or watchful.
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The surname Hitner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hitner 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 Hitner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Hitner using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.