About Hosman
The surname Hosman is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "hose," meaning "hose" or "leggings," and the occupational suffix "-man," indicating a person's profession. Therefore, the surname Hosman likely originated as an occupational name for someone who made or sold hose or leggings. Over time, it may have also been adopted as a surname by individuals who were known for wearing or specializing in hose or leggings.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hosman 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 Hosman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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