Kuhlmann

Origin and Meaning

Kuhlmann is a German surname that is derived from the Middle Low German word "Koleman," which means "charcoal burner" or "coal man." The name likely originated as an occupational name for someone who worked with charcoal or coal.

Distribution and Frequency

The surname Kuhlmann is not commonly found in the United Kingdom, but it is more prevalent in Germany, where it is most commonly found in the North Rhine-Westphalia region. Immigration and intermarriage have led to some individuals with the surname Kuhlmann residing in the UK.

Notable Individuals

  • Katharina Kuhlmann: A German model, businesswoman, and television presenter.

  • Hans Kuhlmann: A German football player who played as a midfielder.

  • Edgar Kuhlmann: A British businessman and philanthropist with German heritage.

Coat of Arms

The Kuhlmann family coat of arms features traditional German heraldic symbols such as a black shield with a gold lion rampant holding a red heart.

Variants

Variants of the Kuhlmann surname include Kuhlman, Kulman, and Kuleman.

There are approximately 61 people named Kuhlmann in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Kuhlmann.

Similar and related surnames

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