BRODBECK

Topographic

Meaning

A surname derived from a place name meaning 'broad brook' or 'wide stream.'

Etymology

The name combines German 'Brod' or 'Broad' (broad) with 'Beck' (stream or brook). It likely originated as a topographic surname for someone living near a wide stream.

About the BRODBECK Surname

A German topographic surname indicating origin from a location near a broad stream or brook. The name is relatively uncommon outside German-speaking regions.

Distribution

Found in Germany and German-speaking regions, with some presence in North America.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the BRODBECK Surname

A.R. BRODBECK

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