About Steighner
The surname Steighner is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "stegener," meaning "one who lives near or works on a bridge." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to individuals who were bridge builders or lived in close proximity to a bridge. The name may also have been used to denote someone who was responsible for the maintenance or management of a bridge.
The surname Steighner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Steighner 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 Steighner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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