Surnames of German Origin

41,627 surnames found of German origin

Swaggart
The surname Swaggart is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "swagart," meaning "one who cuts or clears wood." It is an occupational surname that likely referred to some......
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Swaggert
The surname Swaggert is of German origin and is derived from the word "Schwager," meaning brother-in-law. It was originally used as a nickname for someone who was a brother-in-law or had a close re......
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Swagler
The surname Swagler is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "swagel," meaning "to sway" or "to swing." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for so......
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Swaidner
The surname Swaidner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "swaeder," meaning "sworn." It is believed to have originally been a occupational name for someone who took ......
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Swaisgood
The surname Swaisgood is of German origin and is derived from the combination of two elements: "schweiz," meaning Switzerland, and "gut," meaning good. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Swaisgo......
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Swalla
The surname Swalla is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "swale," meaning "swallow." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had a resemblance ......
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Swalve
The surname Swalve is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "swalwe," meaning "swallow." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had characteristi......
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Swander
The surname Swander is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "swant," meaning "swan." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone with a graceful or elega......
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Swanger
The surname Swanger is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "swanger," meaning "pregnant." It was likely an occupational name given to a midwife or someone involved in c......
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Swangler
The surname Swangler is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "swangel," meaning "whip" or "flail." It is believed to have been an occupational name for someone who made ......
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Surnames of German Origin

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