NEUMANN
Neumann
Neumann is a British surname of German origin that translates to "new man" in English. This surname is believed to have originated from the medieval era, deriving from the Old High German word "niuwe" meaning "new" and "mann" meaning "man."
Historically, individuals bearing the surname Neumann were likely to have been newcomers or settlers in a particular area, distinguished from the existing inhabitants. Over time, many bearers of the surname Neumann have migrated to various countries, including the United Kingdom.
In modern times, the surname Neumann can be found in diverse regions of Britain, often among individuals with German or Jewish ancestry. Notable individuals with the surname Neumann have contributed to various fields, including academia, art, science, and business.
The Neumann surname continues to be preserved and passed down through generations, maintaining a link to the ancestral roots of its bearers.
There are approximately 701 people named Neumann in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,693rd most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Neumann.
Religion of origin: Jewish
Language of origin: Hebrew
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Bernd
- Dieter
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Werner
Female
- Amy
- Aneta
- Anna
- Barbara
- Brenda
- Caroline
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Erika
- Gwendoline
- Jessica
- Patricia
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Stephanie
Similar and related surnames
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