LIBERMAN
Liberman
Liberman is a surname of Jewish origin that can be traced back to Eastern Europe. The name is believed to be derived from the Yiddish word liber, meaning "free man" or "deliverer", combined with the German word mann, meaning "man".
Origin and Distribution
The surname Liberman is most commonly found amongst Jewish communities in Russia, Ukraine, and Poland. It is believed to have originated as a descriptive surname for a free or independent man.
Notable Individuals
- Isaac Leiberman: a prominent figure in the Jewish community in 19th century Poland.
- Miriam Liberman: a renowned artist known for her distinctive abstract paintings.
Variants
Variants of the surname Liberman include Lieberman, Lemberger, and Libermann.
References
- Beider, Alexander. A Dictionary of Jewish Surnames from the Russian Empire. Avotaynu, 2008.
- "Liberman Surname Origin & Last Name Meaning." GenealogyBank.
Overall, the surname Liberman carries historical significance within the Jewish community of Eastern Europe and has been represented by notable individuals in various fields.
There are approximately 101 people named Liberman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Liberman.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Michael
Female
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.