Koerner

The surname Koerner is of German origin, derived from the Middle High German word "kurner," meaning "a granary." The name may have originally denoted a person who worked in or owned a granary or who lived near one.

The Koerner surname is not native to the British Isles but has gained limited popularity among British families of German descent or through migration. Individuals with the surname Koerner may be found across various regions of the United Kingdom.

Like many surnames, variations of Koerner exist, including Körner and Koerner's variations. The surname has likely undergone changes in spelling over time and with the migration of families between countries.

In modern times, the surname Koerner is relatively rare in Britain but remains an important part of British multicultural heritage, representing the diverse tapestry of surnames found in the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 103 people named Koerner in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Koerner.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Germany

Language of origin: German

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Dale
  • Fritz
  • Jens
  • Joseph
  • Wolfgang

Female

  • Claire
  • Gabriela
  • Helen
  • Natasha
  • Sonja

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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