A Dictionary of German-Jewish Surnames by Lars Menk

Item No. 23203 - Hardbound - 8 1/2 x 11 1/2 -  796 pgs. - 5lb 11oz. - ISBN: 1-886223-20-3  - price  $89.00

This dictionary constitutes a compilation of more than 12,900 Jewish surnames found in the German territories during the first half of the 19th century (and often earlier). the geographical locations where each of these families or individuals lived, as well as the year in which the name was initially found, also are specified. Spelling variations and misspellings are listed as well, as are many name changes that ensued after the family's or individual's emigration from Germany.

Structure of Each Dictionary Entry

Each entry in the dictionary consists of up to three sections:

Etymology. This is a description of the origin (source) of the name
Before 1800, Where in German lands the name appeared before the 19th century
After 1800, Where in German lands the name appeared in the 19th century