Behrens Surname Meaning & Origin
What the Behrens last name means, where the surname began and how it spread.
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Meaning and origin of the Behrens last name
Meaning of the Behrens last name: son of Bernd (Bernhard). Behrens is a Low German name meaning "son of Bernd", a short form of Bernhard, "strong as a bear". It is typical of northern Germany, especially the area around Hamburg, Bremen and Lower Saxony. A curious detail: the architect Peter Behrens designed one of the first company brand identities, and several of the twentieth century's most famous architects began their careers in his office.
Arms associated with the Behrens name
German craftsmen often showed the tools of their trade on their shields, a down-to-earth tradition shared by many Behrens families.
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Behrens name FAQ
What does the Behrens name mean?
Son of Bernd (Bernhard). Common variants include Berens, Behrendt, Bahrens.
Where does the Behrens surname come from?
It originates in Germany, and is also found in the United States, the Netherlands and Denmark.
Is there a Behrens coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals rather than to everyone with a surname. Herald Lab paints a personalized Behrens coat of arms in museum style, based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Duden Familiennamen; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).