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Steinmann

Steinmann is a surname of German origin. It is formed from the elements Stein, meaning stone, and Mann, meaning man, and is typically understood as an occupational or topographic name. The name may have been applied to a stonemason, a quarry worker, or someone living near a notable stone feature. Over time, Steinmann has become established in German-speaking regions and among descendants abroad, particularly in North America, where it arrived with European migration. Variants of the name include Steinman and Steinmen, with spelling variations reflecting regional pronunciation and anglicization.

In addition to being a surname, Steinmann appears in academic and professional contexts as the name of

Overall, Steinmann represents a traditional German surname with enduring presence in contemporary populations and a notable

individuals
who
have
contributed
to
science,
literature,
sports,
and
public
life.
The
name
is
also
associated
with
medical
terminology:
the
Steinmann
pin,
a
metal
pin
used
in
orthopedic
surgery
for
skeletal
fixation
and
traction.
The
instrument
is
named
in
eponymous
fashion,
reflecting
its
inventor
or
adopter
in
medical
literature,
and
remains
in
use
in
certain
procedures,
although
techniques
and
implants
have
evolved
over
time.
association
with
medical
instrumentation
in
orthopedic
surgery.