LOBENSTEIN

Lobenstein

Origin and Meaning: Lobenstein is a British surname of German origin. The name is believed to have derived from the town of Lobenstein in the Saale-Orla-Kreis district of Thuringia, Germany. The name Lobenstein is composed of two elements: "lob," meaning "to praise" or "to compliment," and "stein," meaning "stone."

History: The Lobenstein surname is relatively rare and is thought to have been brought to Britain by immigrants from Germany. The earliest records of the name in Britain date back to the 19th century, when German immigration to the country was on the rise.

Notable Individuals: As the Lobenstein surname is rare, there are no widely recognised notable individuals with this name in British history or contemporary society.

Variants: Variants of the Lobenstein surname may include Lobenstine, Lobenstin, or Lobenstien.

Popularity: Due to its rarity, the Lobenstein surname is not commonly found in British records. It remains a distinctive and unique surname within the British populace.

References:

• Reaney, P.H., & Wilson, R.M. (2008). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
• Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.