zöllig

Zöllig is a surname of German origin. It is believed to derive from the word "Zoll," meaning customs or toll, suggesting a potential ancestral connection to individuals who worked in customs, collected tolls, or lived in an area associated with such activities. The surname is not exceptionally common, and its distribution is primarily concentrated in German-speaking regions.

Variations in spelling may exist due to historical transcription practices and regional dialectal differences. Like many surnames, the exact origins and early history of Zöllig can be challenging to trace definitively, often requiring genealogical research into specific family lines. The name itself provides a linguistic clue to the potential historical occupations or geographical associations of its bearers.