About Lipshitz
The surname Lipshitz is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish personal name Lipa, meaning "lemon." The suffix "-shitz" is a diminutive form, indicating "son of" or "descendant of." Therefore, Lipshitz can be understood to mean "son of Lipa" or "descendant of Lipa." It is a relatively common Jewish surname, particularly among individuals of Eastern European Jewish descent.
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The surname Lipshitz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Lipshitz 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 Lipshitz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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