Winter Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Winter name began, what it means, and how your Winter coat of arms is painted.
Origin of the Winter name
Winter is a German nickname from Middle High German winter, perhaps for a person of cold or gloomy temperament, or for someone who owed rent or service in winter. It may also come from a Germanic personal name. The surname is common throughout Germany and is also found in England and the Netherlands.
Our historical archives hold much more on the Winter name: dates, names and records of early bearers.
This overview covers the Winter name in Germany. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Austria, the United States and England; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Winter name FAQ
What does the Winter name mean?
Winter; cold temperament. Common variants include Winterer, Wintermann, Winters.
Where does the Winter surname come from?
It originates in Germany, and is also found in Austria, the United States and England.
Is there a Winter coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Winter crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Winter coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Duden Familiennamen; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).