hauser

Hauser is a surname of German origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word hus or haus, meaning “house,” and is thought to have originated as a toponymic or occupational name for someone associated with a house or estate. The name is found in German-speaking regions and among diaspora communities in the Americas and beyond. Variants include Häuser and Haeuser, and in English-language contexts the spelling Hauser is common.

Notable individuals with the surname include Stjepan Hauser (born 1986), a Croatian cellist best known as a member of the duo 2CELLOS. The name is borne by people in various fields, including politics, academia, sports, and the arts, though the distribution of notable figures varies by country.

In geography, Hauser also appears as part of place names in different regions, reflecting the name’s toponymic roots. Consequently, several towns, villages, or geographic features may bear the element Hauser in their names.

See also: Haus, Häuser.