BUETTNER
Buettner
Buettner is a surname of German origin that is also found in British records. The name likely originated as an occupational surname for a cooper or barrel-maker, derived from the Middle High German word "bütte" meaning "barrel".
The Buettner surname may have been brought to Britain through migration or historical connections between Germany and the UK. Over time, the name has become established in British genealogy and can be traced in various historical records.
Notable individuals with the surname Buettner have made contributions to various fields, although the name may be less common in the British context compared to Germany.
The study of surnames, including Buettner, falls within the field of onomastics, offering insights into family history, migration patterns, and cultural connections. Further research into the origins and distribution of the Buettner name in Britain can provide a deeper understanding of the surname's significance within the British genealogical landscape.
There are approximately 42 people named Buettner in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Buettner.