About Setzke
The surname Setzke is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "setzen," meaning "to set" or "to place." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a "setter" or "placer" of objects, such as a stonemason or a person who set stones in jewelry. The suffix "-ke" is a diminutive form commonly used in German surnames. Overall, the surname Setzke suggests a family name associated with a skilled occupation involving the setting or placing of objects.
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Here's how to represent Setzke in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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