Surname · Hebrew origin
Kaplan
Meaning
The surname Kaplan means Chaplain, priest.
Origin
Hebrew
Type
other
The origin of the surname Kaplan
Kaplan means “chaplain,” and like Cohen often marks priestly descent.
What kind of surname is Kaplan?
Kaplan is a other surname. It belongs to the Hebrew naming tradition — you can read how Hebrew surnames were formed on our Hebrew last names page.
Other Hebrew surnames
Other other surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Kaplan mean?
The surname Kaplan means Chaplain, priest. Kaplan means “chaplain,” and like Cohen often marks priestly descent.
Where does the surname Kaplan come from?
Kaplan is a surname of Hebrew origin.
What kind of surname is Kaplan?
Kaplan is a other surname.
What are other Hebrew surnames?
Other Hebrew surnames include Abramovich, Adler, Ben-David, Cohen, Friedman, Goldberg.