About Wortz
The surname Wortz is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "wurz," meaning "root" or "herb." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked with roots or herbs, such as a herbalist or a gardener. The name may also have been given to someone who lived near an area with abundant roots or herbs.
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The surname Wortz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wortz 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 Wortz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Wortz using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.