About Poertner
The surname Poertner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "portner," meaning "gatekeeper" or "porter." It was originally an occupational name given to someone who worked as a gatekeeper or doorkeeper, often in a castle or a city gate. The name Poertner signifies a person's ancestral connection to this occupation and may have been passed down through generations.
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The surname Poertner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Poertner 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 Poertner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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