TheNameDBVogt
OccupationalMeaning
Derived from the German word 'Vogt,' meaning a local administrator, bailiff, or official representative.
Etymology
The surname comes from the Middle High German 'Vogt,' which derives from the Latin 'vocatus' (called or appointed). It originally denoted someone who held an official administrative position.
About the Vogt Surname
Vogt is a German occupational surname indicating an ancestor who served as a local official or bailiff. It has been documented in German records since medieval times.
Distribution
Found primarily in Germany and German-speaking regions, with presence in North America and other areas of German settlement.
Notable Bearers
Unknown