Strassburg

Origin and Meaning

Strassburg is a Germanic surname of toponymic origin, derived from the name of the city of Strasbourg in France. The city name itself comes from the Old High German words "straz" meaning "street" and "burg" meaning "castle" or "fortress". The surname is believed to have been adopted by individuals who originated from Strasbourg or had some connection to the city.

Historical Background

The Strassburg surname is most frequently found among individuals with German or Jewish ancestry. It is possible that the name was acquired by immigrants or expatriates who left Strasbourg and settled in other parts of Europe, including the United Kingdom.

Distribution and Variants

The distribution of the Strassburg surname is relatively rare compared to other surnames of English or British origin. Variants of the surname may include Strasbourg, Strasburg, Strasburg, or Strasburgh.

Famous Individuals

While the surname Strassburg may not be as prominent in British history as other surnames, there may be notable individuals bearing this name in various fields such as arts, sciences, or politics.

There are approximately 11 people named Strassburg in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Strassburg.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Germany

Language of origin: German

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