Surnames of German Origin

41,627 surnames found of German origin

Goertzen
The surname Goertzen is of German origin and is derived from the given name Gerd or Gerhard, which means "brave spear" or "strong spear." The suffix "-zen" is a diminutive form, indicating "son of"......
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Goerz
The surname Goerz is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gurz," meaning "curved" or "bent." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for some......
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Goerzen
The surname Goerzen is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gurzen," meaning "to growl" or "to grumble." It is believed to have originally been a nickname given to some......
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Goesch
The surname Goesch is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gösch," meaning "goshawk." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who......
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Goeschel
The surname Goeschel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "goschel," meaning "little mouth" or "beak." It is believed to have originally been a nickname given to some......
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Goeser
The surname Goeser is of German origin and is derived from the occupational name "Göser," which refers to a person who was involved in the brewing industry. It is derived from the Middle High Germa......
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Goessl
The surname Goessl is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gozel," meaning "goat." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who wo......
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Goessling
The surname Goessling is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "goselinc," meaning "little goose." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to i......
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Goestenkors
The surname Goestenkors is of German origin and is derived from the combination of the elements "goeste" meaning "guest" and "kors" meaning "cross." It is believed to have originated as a nickname ......
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Goetchius
The surname Goetchius is of German origin and is derived from the personal name Godegisel, which means "god hostage" or "pledge of God." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originall......
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