About Opatz
The surname Opatz is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "opaz," meaning "bishop." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked for or was associated with a bishop or a bishop's household. The name may have been given to individuals who served as stewards, administrators, or other roles within the church hierarchy. Over time, the surname Opatz has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a family name.
The surname Opatz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Opatz 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 Opatz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Opatz using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.