Kluver

Kluver is a surname of German origin, derived from the German word "Kluver," which means "little cloak" or "little cloak-maker." The name has been used as both a given name and a surname in various parts of Europe, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands. It is also found in other countries where German or Dutch influence is present.

The surname Kluver has been documented since the 18th century, with notable figures including:

- Johann Kluver (1755-1821), a German physician and anatomist who made significant contributions to the study of the brain and nervous system.

- Friedrich Kluver (1897-1965), a German psychiatrist and neuroscientist who, along with Paul Bucy, conducted groundbreaking research on the effects of bilateral lesions of the temporal lobes in monkeys, leading to the discovery of the Kluver-Bucy syndrome.

The Kluver surname is relatively rare but has a rich history tied to notable contributions in the fields of medicine and neuroscience.