Troxler

Troxler is a surname of German origin. It is believed to derive from the word "trotz", meaning defiance or opposition. The name may have been an occupational surname for someone who was a defiant or stubborn individual, or it could have referred to someone who lived in a place named Troxler. Variations of the surname include Troxell and Troxley.

Historically, the Troxler surname has been present in various German-speaking regions. Over time, individuals bearing the name emigrated to other parts of the world, particularly to North America. In the United States, the surname is found in numerous states, with concentrations in areas that received significant German immigration.

Notable individuals with the surname Troxler include Ignaz Troxler, a Swiss politician and physician, and Daniel Troxler, a German footballer. The name's prevalence and distribution reflect historical patterns of migration and settlement. It remains a relatively uncommon surname, but it is recognized in genealogical and historical records.