Konig

Konig is a British surname with German origins, meaning "king" in the German language. It is a surname that is often associated with individuals of German descent who have settled in the United Kingdom. The name may have been adopted by immigrants or their descendants as a way to preserve their German heritage or as a reference to a noble title.

The surname Konig is not as common in the United Kingdom as some other surnames of German origin, such as Schmidt or Becker. However, individuals bearing this surname may be found across various regions of the UK.

As with many surnames, variations in spelling may exist, such as Koenig or König, reflecting the different ways the name has been transliterated from the original German. The surname Konig may also have undergone changes over time as families assimilated into British society.

Like many surnames, the name Konig can provide clues to an individual's heritage, ancestry, and cultural background. Researching one's family history and genealogy can offer insights into the origins and meaning of the Konig surname for those who bear it.

There are approximately 199 people named Konig in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Konig.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Germany

Language of origin: German

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abraham
  • Alistair
  • Christian
  • Ferdinand
  • Jason
  • Kilian
  • Max
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Thomas
  • Yakov

Female

  • Ana
  • Andrea
  • Anna
  • Caroline
  • Christine
  • Eugenie
  • Flaviana
  • Henrietta
  • Julia
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Patricia
  • Rachel
  • Sarah
  • Vilma

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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