Gerwien
Gerwien is a surname of German origin. It is believed to derive from the Old German given name Gerwin, which is composed of the elements "ger" meaning "spear" and "win" meaning "friend." Thus, Gerwin can be interpreted as "spear friend." The surname likely originated as a patronymic, indicating descent from someone named Gerwin.
Over time, variations in spelling and pronunciation led to the modern form Gerwien. Like many surnames, it
Individuals bearing the Gerwien surname have contributed to various fields throughout history. While not a particularly