Heitman

Heitman is a British surname with German origins. The name is believed to have been anglicised from the original German spelling of "Heidemann" which means a person who lived in or near a heath or moor.

The Heitman surname is not an extremely common name in Britain, but individuals carrying this surname may be found across the country. The history of the family name Heitman can be traced back to Germanic regions of Europe, specifically to Northern Germany.

Like many surnames, Heitman has evolved over the centuries as families migrated and settled in different areas. Variants of the surname may include Heidmann or Heidman.

Today, individuals with the surname Heitman can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. The name carries a sense of heritage and history, reflecting the ancestral roots of those who bear it.

There are approximately 126 people named Heitman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Heitman.

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