TheNameDBHoss
Occupational|DescriptiveMeaning
A horse, or a nickname for someone associated with horses.
Etymology
From German 'Hoss' or English 'hoss' (dialectal for horse). The surname likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked with horses or as an occupational name for a stable keeper or farrier.
About the Hoss Surname
A surname with occupational or descriptive origins related to horses. The name remains relatively uncommon and may represent a dialectal or regional variant.
Distribution
Primarily found in German-speaking regions and English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical records