Hoechlin

Hoechlin is a surname of German origin. The spelling using "oe" is a common transliteration of the umlauted "ö" found in German names, and the name may be connected to German or Central European ancestry. It is relatively uncommon and is most often seen among families in North America and other regions with German heritage.

Notable people with the surname include Tyler Hoechlin, an American actor who has become the name’s most prominent bearer. He began his acting career in film with Road to Perdition, portraying Michael Sullivan Jr., and later gained wide recognition on television. Hoechlin is known for his role as Derek Hale on the MTV series Teen Wolf and for portraying Clark Kent / Superman in The CW’s superhero lineup, including Supergirl and the series Superman & Lois.

In usage, Hoechlin is primarily encountered as a family name in contemporary North American media markets, with its Germanic roots reflected in its spelling. The name does not appear to be common in historical or academic biographical lists outside of notable public figures such as Tyler Hoechlin.