Surname · Hebrew origin
Katz
Meaning
The surname Katz means Righteous priest (acronym).
Origin
Hebrew
Type
other
The origin of the surname Katz
Katz is an acronym of Kohen Tzedek, “righteous priest,” a priestly-lineage surname.
What kind of surname is Katz?
Katz 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 Katz mean?
The surname Katz means Righteous priest (acronym). Katz is an acronym of Kohen Tzedek, “righteous priest,” a priestly-lineage surname.
Where does the surname Katz come from?
Katz is a surname of Hebrew origin.
What kind of surname is Katz?
Katz is a other surname.
What are other Hebrew surnames?
Other Hebrew surnames include Abramovich, Adler, Ben-David, Cohen, Friedman, Goldberg.