Pflanz

Pflanz is a surname of German origin. The name is likely derived from the verb pflanzen or the noun Pflanze, indicating an occupational or descriptive origin related to planting, gardening, or horticulture. In historical records, the surname can be found from the early modern period; today it remains most common in German-speaking countries, especially Germany, with smaller communities in Austria and Switzerland.

Diaspora populations in the United States and Canada include bearers of the name, reflecting broader German emigration patterns. The spelling has remained relatively stable, with occasional variations in older documents. Notable bearers are not enumerated here; the surname has appeared across various fields in public life, including science, arts, and sports, but no single figure dominates its recognition. As a general surname, Pflanz is a representative example of plant-related occupational origins common in German onomastics.