Hänke
Hänke is a surname of German origin. It is believed to be a diminutive form of the given name Johannes, which is equivalent to John. Alternatively, it may be a patronymic derived from the Middle High German word "henke," meaning "hangman" or "executioner." As such, it could have originally been an occupational surname.
The surname hänke is primarily found in Germany, with a notable concentration in the northern regions of
Historically, the prevalence of surnames like hänke reflects occupational roles or patronymic lineage common in medieval
As of recent data, individuals with the surname hänke are present in various professions and walks of