WITTMAN
Wittman
The surname Wittman is of German origin and is not a commonly found British surname. It is derived from the Old High German personal name "Wido," meaning "wide" or "wood," and the word "mann," which means "man." The combination of these elements suggests someone who is "wide-minded" or "woodland dweller."
The name Wittman might have been introduced to Britain through migration or intermarriage, as it was common for surnames to cross borders over time. Some bearers of the Wittman surname could have been immigrants or descendants of immigrants who settled in the United Kingdom.
The study of surnames, known as onomastics, is an extensive field that tracks the origin, meaning, and distribution of surnames. Genealogists and historians often use this information to trace familial and historical connections. While the surname Wittman may not be as prevalent in the British Isles as some others, its existence reflects the diverse tapestry of surnames found in modern British society.
There are approximately 30 people named Wittman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Wittman.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Danial
- George
- Robert
- Scott
Female
- Anna
- Marilyn
Similar and related surnames
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