KLEINHANS
Kleinhans
Origin and Meaning
Kleinhans is a German surname, derived from the words klein, meaning small, and Hans, a form of the name John. The name may have originally been used to denote the son of someone named Hans or to describe a person who was smaller in stature.
History
The Kleinhans surname has its roots in Germany, particularly in areas where the German language and culture prevailed. Over time, individuals bearing the surname may have migrated to other countries, including the United Kingdom.
Distribution
While the Kleinhans surname is more commonly found in Germany, there are individuals with this surname residing in the United Kingdom. As with many surnames, the distribution of individuals bearing this name may have been influenced by historical events and patterns of migration.
Famous Individuals
As the Kleinhans surname is not widely known or documented, there are no prominent or well-known figures associated with this name in British history or culture.
Variants
Variants of the Kleinhans surname may exist due to phonetic, linguistic, or historical influences. These variants may be found in different regions or may have developed over time for various reasons.
There are approximately 69 people named Kleinhans in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Kleinhans.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Gavin
- Matthias
- Morne
- Neil
- Petrus
Female
- Denise
- Susan
- Tanja
- Teresa