Ganter (surname)

Ganter is a German-language surname. It is derived from the Middle High German word "gander," meaning "gander" (male goose). As a surname, it likely originated as an occupational name for someone who raised geese, a nickname for someone thought to resemble a goose in some way, or possibly as a topographic name referring to a place frequented by geese.

Distribution:

The surname Ganter is most prevalent in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, reflecting its Germanic origins. It can also be found in other countries with significant German diaspora populations, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Notable People with the Surname Ganter:

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