Johst
Johst is a surname of German origin. It is believed to be a patronymic or occupational surname. As a patronymic, it could derive from the given name Johann, a variation of John. As an occupational surname, it might relate to a historical trade or profession, though the specific meaning is not widely documented. The name is found in various German-speaking regions and among individuals of German ancestry worldwide.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Johst include Hanns Johst, a German playwright and poet associated with