Wittgenstein

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Meaning

One from Wittgenstein, a region in Westphalia known for its white stone.

Etymology

Derived from the place name Wittgenstein in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, combining 'witt' (white) and 'stein' (stone). The region was historically significant in medieval Germany.

About the Wittgenstein Surname

A prestigious German surname originating from the Wittgenstein region in Westphalia. The name became internationally recognized through the influential philosopher Ludwig Wittgenstein.

Distribution

Primarily associated with Westphalia, Germany, with notable diaspora to Austria and beyond.

Notable Bearers

Ludwig Wittgenstein (Austrian-British philosopher)

People with the Wittgenstein Surname

Hermine Wittgenstein