ROSENGARTEN

Meaning

Rose garden; derived from German 'Rosen' (roses) and 'Garten' (garden).

Etymology

Composed of German elements 'Rosen' and 'Garten,' originally denoting a place with a rose garden. Adopted as a Jewish surname in German-speaking regions during the 18th and 19th centuries.

About the ROSENGARTEN Surname

A German-Jewish topographic surname referring to a rose garden. The name reflects the tradition of ornamental gardens in German-speaking regions and became established among Ashkenazi Jewish families.

Distribution

Found primarily among Jewish communities in Germany, Austria, and Eastern Europe; present in North America and Israel.

Notable Bearers

Franz Rosengarten (German industrialist), David Rosengarten (food critic)

People with the ROSENGARTEN Surname