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What's in a (German) Name?
An interesting look at the last names of well-known Germans, Austrians, and Swiss personalities, living and dead. Where do these names come from? What is their meaning? Decoding surnames is a tricky business and many family names are not what they appear to be. Find out more about names of people with names such as Adenauer, Daimler, Klum, Mozart, Schwarzenegger, or Weissmuller.

German First Names
Part One of a three-part article on German names, from your Guide.

German Place Names
Part Three of a three-part article on German names, from your Guide.

German Surnames
Part Two of a three-part article on German names, from your Guide.

The Top 50 German Surnames and Their English Meanings
A ranked listing of the top German 50 surnames in Germany - with their English meanings.