Surname Wagloehner - Meaning and Origin

Wagloehner: What does the surname Wagloehner mean?

The last name Wagloehner is of German origin, and was first found in the area of Bavaria, where it is believed to be derived from the Old German 'Wahl' meaning "selection". Initially, the surname was associated with the choice to choose a family or clan to be a member of and would eventually become used as a personal name.

The surname Wagloehner has been found in records dating back to the 11th century, primarily in Bavaria. Over the years the name has spread and is found in records throughout Germany. A famous historical figure associated with this surname is Ludwig Wagloehner, a Bavarian-born nobleman and court scholar.

In modern times, the surname Wagloehner is still prominent throughout Germany. It is a symbol of loyalty, pride and perseverance and is often held in high esteem. Today, those bearing this noble name are spread throughout the world, bringing a unique sense of heritage and history to new regions.

Wagloehner: Where does the name Wagloehner come from?

The last name Wagloehner is not particularly common today; it is most concentrated in Germany. According to the World Names Profiler, the most significant concentrations are in the Bavarian towns of Amberg, Munich, and Saarbrücken. Other concentrations are in Silesia, Prussia, and other parts of Germany. In the United States, there is also a relatively small population of Wagloehners in the Midwest and east coast. It is estimated that there are no more than 2000 people in the world with Wagloehner as their last name.

The origin of the last name Wagloehner is uncertain. It is believed to be derived from the Middle High German word vagelonare, which means "grouse gatherer." Over time, the spelling of the name has changed to Wagloehner.

The Wagloehners are not a particularly wealthy or powerful family, nor an influential one. They seem to have lived mostly quiet lives, as farmers and artisans. They likely kept their genealogy mainly within their community. As a result, the name is not widely known, and the people of this last name are part of a small, small group.

Variations of the surname Wagloehner

The surname Wagloehner is a German, Dutch, and Jewish occupational name, derived from the low German words “Wagen” meaning “wagon or cart”, and “Lohnen” meaning “to pay”.

Variations and spellings of Wagloehner include Wahlhoner, Wahlohner, Wahlhner, Wahlehner, Walhoner, Wahlöhner, Walhlöhner, Walhnen, Walhener, Walhner, Wahlnehr, Wahlnher, Waghoner, Waghoner, Waghener, Wahlener, Walenhner,  Wagnoner, Wagnonner, Wagnener, Wagener, Wagoner, Wagener, Wagoner, Wawlhoner, Wawlohner, and Walhohner.

Surnames of similar origin are Waarlo, Waagenlohn, Waagenhofer, Waalacke, Wahlack, Wahlaker, Wahlke, Wahlken, Wahllohner, Wahls, Wahlrab, Waþlhön, Waþler, Wackernagel, Wackerman, Wackert, Walzer, Wamser, Werloh, and Wichert.

The surname Wagloehner also has international variants including Valoner, from Spain; Valonis, from Portugal; Valoni, from Italy; Valoigne and Valoine, in France; Walonier, in Poland; and Valonna, in Scotland.

Variant spellings of these international variants include Valoneri, Vallone, Valloneri, Valloni, Valonié, Vallonnié, Valonnié, Valoanier, Walonier, Valonier, and Valoneur.

Famous people with the name Wagloehner

• Lisa Wagloehner: Former head coach of the Minnesota State Mavericks softball team.
• Delbert Wagloehner: World War II veteran and recipient of several Purple Hearts and Silver Stars for his actions in battle.
• Ann Wagloehner: Member of the United States synchronized swimming team during the 1992 summer Olympics.
• Tim Wagloehner: Heisman Trophy winner and professional football player for the New England Patriots.
• Rebecca Wagloehner: Founding member of the American Anthropological Association and professor of anthropology at Harvard University.
• Carla Wagloehner: Professional motocross racer and four-time Supercross champion.
• Robert Wagloehner: Award-winning astrophysicist and professor of astronomy at the University of Arizona.
• Eric Wagloehner: Award-winning country singer and songwriter whose career spanned several decades.
• Katharine Wagloehner: Renowned classical composer and celebrated vocalist who has performed extensively with the London Symphony Orchestra.
• Douglas Wagloehner: Winning contractor for one of the most recent U.S. Navy submarines, which is currently in service.

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