The Winkler Coat of Arms and Name Meaning
Discover the meaning of Winkler, its origins in Germany, and the story behind a Winkler family crest.
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Origin of the Winkler name
Winkler is a German topographic name for someone who lived in a corner or out-of-the-way spot, from Middle High German winkel, "corner", or a habitational name from places called Winkel. In some regions it also named a small trader or shopkeeper. It is common in Saxony, Bavaria and Austria.
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This overview covers the Winkler name in Germany. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Austria, the United States and Switzerland; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Winkler name FAQ
What does the Winkler name mean?
Corner dweller; small trader. Common variants include Winkel, Winckler, Winkelmann.
Where does the Winkler surname come from?
It originates in Germany, and is also found in Austria, the United States and Switzerland.
Is there a Winkler coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Winkler crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Winkler coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Duden Familiennamen; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).