Stolper

Stolper is a German-language proper noun commonly found as a surname and as a place name in German-speaking regions.

As a surname, Stolper is recorded in Germany, Austria, and among diaspora communities. The origin is often toponymic, derived from local place names, with related variants such as Stolpe, Stolp, and Stolpen appearing in connected families.

As a toponym, Stolper designates several small localities in German-speaking countries. In some cases the name reflects historical settlements or administrative units and may now be part of larger municipalities.

In contemporary contexts, the name Stolper appears in various professional fields and cultural references, but there is no single meaning beyond its function as a surname and a place name. Related terms include Stolpe, Stolp, and Stolpen, which share linguistic roots with Stolper.