Bērziņš

Bērziņš is a Latvian surname. It is a patronymic surname derived from the Latvian word "bērzs," meaning "birch tree." The suffix "-iņš" is a diminutive, often used in surnames. Thus, "Bērziņš" can be understood as "son of Birch" or "little Birch."

Surnames ending in "-iņš" were historically common in the Vidzeme region of Latvia and often denoted relatively free peasants. The surname is fairly common in Latvia.

Individuals with the surname Bērziņš may be found in various professions and fields. Genealogical research and historical records can provide further information about specific families bearing this surname.