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Re: Origin of the surname Wohling

by Marc (guest)

7/30/2012, 5:48 PM

Wöhling is one of many German names, e.g., Wohler, Wöhlert, Wölke, etc., that are derived from Wolder, a dialectal form of Walter.

- Marina (guest)

8/3/2012, 1:15 PM

Wohler Meaning: descendant of Wolder, a pet form of Walter (rule, army).

North German (Wöhler): from the personal name Wolder, Low German form of Walter.

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