Horowitz

Horowitz is a Jewish surname of Eastern European origin. It derives from the Yiddish and Germanic roots "Hor", meaning mountain, and "Witz", meaning white.

Origin and History

The surname Horowitz is commonly associated with Ashkenazi Jews, particularly those of Polish or Russian descent. The name's early bearers likely inhabited regions with mountainous terrain or had associations with the color white.

Distribution

The Horowitz surname is predominantly found in Jewish communities worldwide, with significant populations in Eastern Europe, Israel, the United States, and the United Kingdom.

Notable Individuals

  • Vladimir Horowitz (1903–1989) - A renowned Russian-American classical pianist.
  • David Horowitz (b. 1939) - An American conservative writer and political commentator.

Cultural Significance

The surname Horowitz reflects the heritage and cultural identity of Jewish families with Eastern European roots. It is a reminder of the rich history and contributions of Jewish communities to various fields, from music to literature and beyond.

There are approximately 180 people named Horowitz in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Horowitz.

Religion of origin: Jewish

Language of origin: Hebrew

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Berish
  • David
  • Joseph
  • Kenneth
  • Lionel
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Stanley
  • Stephen
  • Zalman

Female

  • Angela
  • Ann
  • Channah
  • Hannah
  • Jill
  • Judith
  • Michelle
  • Pearl
  • Rachel
  • Ruth
  • Sandra
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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