Eichner

Occupational

Meaning

One associated with oak trees, either as a woodworker or someone living near oak groves.

Etymology

From Middle High German 'eiche' (oak) combined with the suffix '-ner' indicating occupational or topographic association. This variant of Eicher developed through regional linguistic variations in German-speaking areas.

About the Eichner Surname

A German surname variant emphasizing connection to oak trees through occupational or residential association. The name reflects medieval German occupational naming conventions.

Distribution

Germany and German-speaking regions of Central Europe.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical records

People with the Eichner Surname

Hugo Eichner

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