Gratz

Meaning

One from Gratz (Graz), a city in Austria, or a variant of a German surname.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Graz, the capital of Styria in Austria, or from a German personal name with the suffix '-tz'. The surname may indicate geographic origin or patronymic descent.

About the Gratz Surname

A surname of German or Austrian origin, possibly indicating origin from the city of Graz. The name appears primarily in Central European records.

Distribution

Found in German-speaking regions and among Jewish communities in Central Europe.

Notable Bearers

Rare surname with limited documented notable bearers