About Merklinger
The surname Merklinger is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "merkeln," meaning "to mark" or "to notice." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who had a keen eye or was observant. The suffix "-er" denotes a profession or occupation, suggesting that the original bearer of the name may have been involved in a profession that required attention to detail or observation.
The surname Merklinger is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Merklinger 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 Merklinger in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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