Wohn

Wohn is a term of German origin that appears chiefly as a surname and as a formative element in compound words related to residence. Its etymology traces to the verb wohnen, meaning to reside or to live, which underpins nouns and adjectives connected with dwelling and housing.

As a surname, Wohn is relatively rare and most commonly found in German-speaking regions such as Germany, Austria, and parts of Switzerland. Surname formation often reflects a historical association with a dwelling or with a family linked to a particular residence. Variants and spellings may occur in historical records due to local conventions.

In modern contexts, individuals bearing the name Wohn can be found in diaspora communities around the world. The name is of interest in genealogical studies and is typically treated as a German surname category within surname databases and regional histories.

In lexicography and linguistics, Wohn is primarily seen as a bound morpheme in compounds rather than a standalone word. It appears in common terms such as Wohnung (apartment), Wohnsitz (residence), and Wohnort (place of residence). As a standalone term, it is not used in contemporary standard German, where it functions as a root element within these and related words.