WITTENBRINK
Wittenbrink
The surname Wittenbrink is of German origin, deriving from the Middle Low German words 'witten' meaning "white" and 'brink' meaning "edge" or "border". It is believed to have been used as a topographic name for someone living by a white border or as a nickname for someone with white hair or a fair complexion.
The Wittenbrink surname is not commonly found in British records, as it is more prevalent in Germany, particularly in the North Rhine-Westphalia region. However, some individuals bearing the surname may have migrated to the United Kingdom over the years.
Like many surnames, Wittenbrink may have undergone variations in spelling over time, such as Wittinbrink or Witnebrink, due to dialectal differences or errors in record-keeping.
It is worth noting that researching the historical background of the Wittenbrink name may provide insights into German migration patterns and cultural influences in Britain.
There are approximately 13 people named Wittenbrink in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Wittenbrink.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Germany
Language of origin: German
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