KUESTER
Kuester
Kuester is a surname of German origin that is relatively uncommon in Britain. It is likely a variation of the German surname Kuster, derived from the Middle High German word küster, meaning "sexton" or "churchwarden". The role of a küster historically involved maintaining a church's property and assisting in various church duties.
The presence of the Kuester surname in Britain may be attributed to German immigration or historical connections between Germany and the United Kingdom. While not a widely recognised or numerous surname in Britain, individuals bearing the Kuester name have likely made contributions to various fields and communities. The Kuester surname, like many other surnames, serves as a marker of familial heritage and identity.
There are approximately 17 people named Kuester in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Kuester.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Germany
Language of origin: German
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Stephen
- Torsten
- Ulrich
Female
- Petra
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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