About Olstein
The surname Olstein is of German origin and is derived from the combination of the elements "ol," meaning "olive," and "stein," meaning "stone." It is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent olive tree or an area with olive trees. The name Olstein may also have been used as a habitational name for individuals residing in a place named after olive trees or a stone associated with olives.
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The surname Olstein is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Olstein 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 Olstein is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Olstein in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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