Loos

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Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or a descriptive term related to loose or open areas.

Etymology

The surname may originate from Dutch or German place names or from a word meaning 'loose' or 'open.' It could also relate to the town of Loos in France, known from World War I.

About the Loos Surname

A Dutch or German surname with topographic or place-based origins. The name is relatively uncommon outside its regions of origin.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,500 bearers in the United States #2,086 most common surname
Rare Common

Found primarily in the Netherlands, Germany, and surrounding regions.

Loos Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

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Notable Bearers

People with the Loos Surname