Cukierman

Cukierman is a surname of Ashkenazi Jewish origin. It is a variant of the surname Zuckerman, meaning "sugar man" or "sugar merchant" in Yiddish. The name is derived from the Yiddish word "tsuker" (sugar) and the German word "Mann" (man). The surname likely originated as a nickname or occupational name for someone who sold or worked with sugar. The spelling variations reflect the diverse migrations and linguistic adaptations of Jewish communities throughout Europe. Cukierman, along with its related forms, can be found in various countries including Argentina, Israel, Poland, and other parts of the diaspora.