Kothenberg

Meaning

A mountain or hill associated with a person named Koth.

Etymology

From a Germanic personal name 'Koth' combined with 'berg' meaning mountain or hill. The surname likely originated as a topographic designation.

About the Kothenberg Surname

A topographic surname from German-speaking regions indicating a mountain or hill. The name reflects medieval place-naming conventions.

Distribution

Rare surname found in German-speaking and Jewish communities.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation

People with the Kothenberg Surname