Nast

Descriptive

Meaning

Possibly derived from a nickname or occupational term related to 'nass' (wet) or similar German words.

Etymology

The surname may derive from the Middle High German 'nast' or related terms, potentially indicating someone associated with wetness or moisture, though the exact etymology is uncertain. Some sources suggest possible connection to occupational or descriptive terms.

About the Nast Surname

A German surname with uncertain etymology, possibly descriptive or occupational in nature. The name gained recognition through the prominent 19th-century cartoonist Thomas Nast.

Distribution

Found in Germany and German-speaking regions, with smaller diaspora populations.

Notable Bearers

Thomas Nast (cartoonist and illustrator)

People with the Nast Surname

Thomas Nast