Thode

Descriptive

Meaning

A people or nation, possibly referring to a tribal group.

Etymology

Derived from Old Germanic 'theod' meaning people or nation, related to the Gothic 'thiuda'. The surname may have originated as a descriptive or ethnic designation.

About the Thode Surname

A Germanic surname with roots in tribal or ethnic terminology. The name reflects medieval Germanic social organization and identity markers.

Distribution

Found in German and Scandinavian regions.

Notable Bearers

Primarily local surname with limited notable historical records

People with the Thode Surname

E.K. Thode