TheNameDBLewisohn
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Lewis, combining the given name Lewis with the Germanic patronymic suffix -sohn.
Etymology
The suffix -sohn means 'son' in German and Yiddish, creating a patronymic form. Lewis derives from Old Germanic 'Chlodwig' (famous warrior).
About the Lewisohn Surname
A Jewish-German patronymic surname indicating descent from someone named Lewis. The name reflects the German-Jewish naming conventions of Central Europe.
Distribution
Primarily Jewish communities in Germany, Austria, and Eastern Europe, with significant populations in the United States.
Notable Bearers
Ludwig Lewisohn (American writer and critic)