Jünger
Jünger is a surname of German origin. It is an occupational surname meaning "young man" or "youth". The name likely referred to someone who was young, or perhaps a younger son in a family. Like many German surnames, it became established in the Middle Ages as populations grew and the need for more specific identification arose.
The surname Jünger can be found in Germany and has spread to other countries through migration. Variations
Ernst Jünger, a prominent German writer and philosopher, is one of the most widely recognized figures associated