Klein Surname Origin & Meaning
/Kline/Klein is most likely a surname of German origin.
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Surname Origin
The surname Klein is of German and Dutch origin, meaning 'small' or 'little'. It is common in German-speaking countries and among Dutch communities, and also among Ashkenazi Jewish populations.
Surname Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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German (Germanic) 60% -
Dutch (Dutch) 30% -
Jewish (Jewish) 10%
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Surname Details
- Surname: Klein
Klein Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 6
People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.