Arndts

Arndts is a surname of German origin, a variant of Arndt which itself derives from the given name Arnold. The form likely arose as a patronymic or family name indicating descent from an ancestor named Arndt. The surname is most commonly found in German-speaking regions and in areas where Germanic names have had historical influence, with spread to other parts of Europe and to countries with German diaspora.

In contemporary usage, Arndts occurs in Germany and the Netherlands, and can be found among communities abroad, including in North America and Australia, where families with German ancestry have settled. The name carries no separate meaning beyond its origin as a patronymic linked to the given name Arndt/Arnold, but the root name Arnold is traditionally associated with the elements meaning “eagle” and “power” or “ruler.”

Notable bearers of the surname Arndts have appeared across a range of fields, including sports, science, and the arts. As with many surnames of Germanic origin, the surname can be found in various spelling variants, such as Arndt, and in related patronymic forms adapted to different languages and regions.

See also: Arndt, as well as related surnames and regional variants that originate from the same given name. The name Arndts may be encountered in historical records, genealogies, and contemporary civil registries in areas with Germanic heritage.