Kutz

Kutz is a surname that appears in several countries and may also appear as a place name in some regions. The surname is generally regarded as of Germanic origin and is often linked to the German surname Kurz, or to a nickname derived from the adjective kurz meaning "short." Through migration and spelling variation, Kutz spread to North America and other regions, where it is found among descendants of German-speaking communities. The name also occurs in other communities where Germanic naming conventions were adopted.

In onomastic studies, Kutz is treated as a variant spelling of Kurz, though separate family lineages may exist. Place-name occurrences are less standardized and typically reflect local geography or commemorative naming and vary by country.

Today, the surname is found in German-speaking areas as well as in countries with historical German immigration, including the United States and Canada. Variants and related spellings include Kurz, Kut, and other transliterations.

The entry for Kutz is a general overview and does not enumerate individuals or places. For more precise information, consult genealogical records or local toponymic sources.