How common is the Maltzahn surname?

There are approximately 3,500 people with the surname Maltzahn in the United States.

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Q: What does the surname Maltzahn mean?

The surname Maltzahn means "Inhabitant of Maltzahn, a place in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.". It is of German origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Inhabitant of Maltzahn, a place in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany.

Etymology

A topographic surname derived from the German place name Maltzahn, with the suffix '-ahn' possibly relating to a water feature or settlement marker. The name reflects residence in or origin from this specific locality.

About the Maltzahn Surname

A German topographic surname indicating origin from the town of Maltzahn in northeastern Germany. The name is associated with the German nobility and regional aristocracy.

Distribution & Frequency

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

Rare Common

Primarily northern Germany, especially Mecklenburg region.

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Quick Facts

Origin: German
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 13th century
Estimated Bearers: 3,500