About Poehling
The surname Poehling is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "pöle" or "pöhl," meaning "puddle" or "pool." It is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near or worked with puddles or pools of water. The suffix "-ing" is a common Germanic suffix indicating "belonging to" or "descendant of." Therefore, the surname Poehling can be interpreted as "one who belongs to or is descended from the person associated with puddles or pools."
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The surname Poehling is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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