About Hurvitz
The surname Hurvitz is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the Hebrew personal name Hurvitz, which means "son of Hurvitz." The name Hurvitz itself is a diminutive form of the Hebrew word "hurvah," meaning "ruin" or "desolation." It is believed that the surname Hurvitz was originally given to individuals who lived near or were associated with a ruined or desolate place.
The surname Hurvitz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hurvitz 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 Hurvitz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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