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Etymology of Kirchstein

What does the name Kirchstein mean?

The name Kirchstein is derived from the Yiddish words "kirsch," meaning "cherry," and "baum," meaning "tree." This name is more likely to have been ornamental in its origins, rather than actually a name given to someone who lived near a cherry tree. The surname Kirchstein is also a veiled form of the Jewish name "Gershon" or "Gershom."

Kirchstein Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Kirstein, Kirsten, Kirchstein, Kirchen, Kirschheim, Kirschdorf, Kirschenberg, Kirschenzweig, Kirschenblatt, Kirschenbaum, Kirchhoff, Kirsh, Kersch, Kerschman, Karsch, Kirshonovitz, Kirsbaum, Kirschbaum, Kirshenboim and many more.


Kirchstein migration to the United States +



Kirchstein Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Mr. Carl Ferd Kirchstein, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1847 aboard the ship "Mary"
  • Mr. Hein. Ludwig Kirchstein, German who arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1847 aboard the ship "Mary"


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