About Zahniser
The surname Zahniser is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "zan" meaning "tooth" and the suffix "-er" denoting an occupation. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Zahniser is "tooth worker" or "tooth maker," suggesting that it was originally an occupational name for someone who worked with teeth, possibly a dentist or a maker of dental tools.
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The surname Zahniser is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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