Kühnen

Kühnen is a German surname. It is derived from the Middle High German word "kühn," meaning "bold," "brave," or "audacious." As a surname, it was likely originally a nickname given to someone considered courageous or daring.

The name is relatively common in Germany, particularly in the regions of North Rhine-Westphalia and Lower Saxony.

Notable individuals with the surname Kühnen include:

• Michael Kühnen (1955–1991): A prominent figure in the German neo-Nazi movement. He was a leading activist and propagandist for extreme right-wing ideologies in post-war Germany.