Zehner

Zehner is a German-language surname. It is found in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and among the diaspora of German-speaking populations. The name is believed to derive from the German word zehn, meaning ten, though etymologies vary by region and are not definitively established. It can represent a nickname, perhaps for a person who dealt with tens in trade, or a descriptive term tied to a place name or measurement, with the precise origin unclear.

Historical records of the Zehner surname date back to the late Middle Ages, with bearers documented in central European communities. Over the centuries, individuals named Zehner have pursued diverse occupations, contributing to the name's geographic spread through migration, marriage, and professional mobility.

In contemporary contexts, the surname Zehner appears across public life in multiple countries. Notable people with the name have contributed to science, education, sports, and the arts, reflecting the broad dispersion of the family name. As with many Germanic surnames, the spelling has remained stable while regional pronunciations and variants have appeared in different regions.