Surname · German origin
Lange
Meaning
The surname Lange means Tall.
Origin
German
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Lange
Lange means “long” or “tall.”
What kind of surname is Lange?
Lange 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 Lange mean?
The surname Lange means Tall. Lange means “long” or “tall.”
Where does the surname Lange come from?
Lange is a surname of German origin.
What kind of surname is Lange?
Lange 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.