GöppertMayers

Göppert-Mayers is a German surname that has been in use since the 18th century. The name is derived from the German words "Göpper" and "Mayer," which translate to "governor" and "mayor" respectively. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it was originally a surname given to a son of a person named Göpper or Mayer. The name has been found in various regions of Germany, including Bavaria, Saxony, and Thuringia.

The Göppert-Mayers surname has a few notable historical figures associated with it. One of the most well-known is the German physicist and chemist, Lise Meitner, who was born Lise Meitner-Göppert-Mayer. She is renowned for her work on nuclear fission and her collaboration with Otto Hahn and Fritz Strassmann. Another notable figure is the German physicist and Nobel laureate, Hans Bethe, who was born Hans Albrecht Bethe-Göppert-Mayer.

The surname Göppert-Mayers is also found in other countries, including the United States, where it is often anglicized to "Goppert-Mayer." In the United States, the name has been associated with various professions, including science, engineering, and business. The surname continues to be used today, with many people bearing the name living in Germany and other countries around the world.