MEITNER
Meitner
Meitner is a British surname of German origin, derived from the name of the town of Meitweiler in Germany. The surname is not widely prevalent in the United Kingdom but is associated with individuals who may have migrated from Germany or have German ancestry.
One notable individual with the surname Meitner is Lise Meitner (1878-1968), an Austrian physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics. Meitner, along with Otto Hahn, conducted pioneering research in nuclear fission, a discovery that laid the foundation for the development of atomic energy and nuclear weapons.
The surname Meitner thus carries a legacy of scientific inquiry and groundbreaking research, reflecting the achievements of individuals who have borne this name.
There are approximately 14 people named Meitner in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Meitner.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Paul
- Philip
Female
- Anne