About Schnathorst
The surname Schnathorst is of German origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to originate from the village of Schnathorst in the Minden-Lübbecke district of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The name is composed of two elements: "schnath," which refers to a type of grass or reed, and "horst," which means a wooded hill or ridge. Therefore, the surname Schnathorst can be interpreted to mean "the hill or ridge covered with grass or reeds."
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The surname Schnathorst is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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