About Kurz
The surname Kurz is of German origin and has multiple meanings. It is derived from the Middle High German word "kurz," meaning "short" or "small." As a surname, it likely originated as a nickname for a person of short stature or someone with a short temper. Alternatively, it could have been a descriptive name for someone who lived in a short or small place. The surname Kurz is relatively common in German-speaking regions and has variations in spelling across different countries.
The surname Kurz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kurz based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Kurz is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Kurz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kurz using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.