indicate the level to which a name has been verified.
Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage German
Other Forms FormsWitthuhn, Weißhuhn, Weisshuhn, Huhn, Hahn, Hahner, Hähner
Meaning & History
Derived from Middle High German wiz meaning "white" and huon meaning "hen, fowl", hence a metonymic occupational name for a poultry farmer or dealer, or perhaps in some instances a nickname.