Surname · German origin
Klein
Meaning
The surname Klein means Small, short.
Origin
German
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Klein
Klein means “small” or “short.”
What kind of surname is Klein?
Klein is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the German naming tradition — you can read how German surnames were formed on our German last names page.
Other German surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Klein mean?
The surname Klein means Small, short. Klein means “small” or “short.”
Where does the surname Klein come from?
Klein is a surname of German origin.
What kind of surname is Klein?
Klein is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other German surnames?
Other German surnames include Bauer, Becker, Berger, Braun, Fischer, Hartmann.