Taussig

Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or occupational term in German-speaking regions.

Etymology

May derive from German 'Taus' or a similar root combined with '-ig' (suffix indicating quality or origin). The name appears to have Central European Jewish origins.

About the Taussig Surname

A surname of Central European origin, likely with German or Yiddish roots. The name is associated with notable figures in medicine and science.

Distribution

Found primarily in Germany, Austria, and among Jewish communities in Central Europe and America.

Notable Bearers

Helen Taussig (American cardiologist and pediatrician)

People with the Taussig Surname