Gotzman is a surname. It is likely of Ashkenazi Jewish origin. The name is a variant of Gotzmann or Götzmann, which are themselves diminutives of the given name Gottschalk. Gottschalk, meaning "God's servant" or "servant of God," was a popular Germanic name. The surname, therefore, likely originated as a patronymic, indicating "son of Gottschalk" or a similar relationship. The surname is found in various parts of Europe and, following migration patterns, in other parts of the world as well. Variations in spelling may also occur.
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