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Popular german last names 1920s. Information from Beliebte Vornamen. Gerd 1920s - 1950s Gerhard 1900s - 1950s Günther 1910s - 1950s Gustav 1890s - 1910s Hans 1890s - 1950s Harald 1920s - 1950s Harry 1920s - 1930s Hartmut 1940s Heiko 1960s - 1970s Heinrich 1890s - 1930s Heinz 1910s - 1950s Helmut 1900s - 1950s Henry 1900s Herbert 1890s - 1940s Hermann 1890s - 1940s Holger 1940s - 1970s Horst 1910s - 1950s Hugo 1890s - 1900s Jakob 2000s. The patronymic name means noble one and is derived from the Old German personal name Albrecht.

The meanings of German last names are those as defined initially when these names became surnames. Different spellings of similar names have been combined with only the most popular spelling shown. Name Number Name Number.

Dieter Dengler German born United States Navy Naval aviator during the Vietnam War. Different spellings of similar names have been combined with only the most popular spelling shown. By Maria Monrovia Updated April 28 2021.

Another difficulty encountered in the interpretation of German names is the consequences of population shifts as a result of World War II. History of German Names. Another tricky thing about German last names.

German names from other languages. Use the list below to find your last name and learn about its meaning and origins. It was taken from Martis or Mars the Roman god of fertility and war.

If his wife inherited a farm he might change his name to her maiden name. List Of Popular German Last Names Or Surnames. Home Popular Names.