Gluckman

Meaning

Possibly derived from Yiddish 'gluck' (luck or fortune) combined with 'man'.

Etymology

The surname likely combines the Yiddish word 'gluck' (luck) with the suffix 'man', creating a surname meaning 'lucky man' or similar. This type of surname formation is common in Ashkenazi Jewish naming traditions.

About the Gluckman Surname

A Yiddish-origin surname likely referring to luck or fortune. The surname is associated with Ashkenazi Jewish communities and their diaspora.

Distribution

Found among Jewish communities in Central and Eastern Europe, with significant presence in Israel and English-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

Max Gluckman (anthropologist); various academic and professional figures

People with the Gluckman Surname