Surname · German origin
Braun
Meaning
The surname Braun means Brown.
Origin
German
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Braun
Braun means “brown,” for hair or complexion.
What kind of surname is Braun?
Braun 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 Braun mean?
The surname Braun means Brown. Braun means “brown,” for hair or complexion.
Where does the surname Braun come from?
Braun is a surname of German origin.
What kind of surname is Braun?
Braun is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other German surnames?
Other German surnames include Bauer, Becker, Berger, Fischer, Hartmann, Hoffmann.