Kleinlein

Kleinlein is a (chiefly dated) German term, typically used as a surname or part of a compound surname. It signifies "little line" or "small line," and is derived from the German words klein (small, little) and Linie (line). In surname context, it likely originated as a nickname or descriptive identifier related to a person's physical appearance (e.g., a small or thin stature), occupation (perhaps involving lines or markings), or possibly their geographical location (near a small stream or boundary line). The name is most commonly found in German-speaking regions. Variations in spelling may exist depending on dialect and historical record-keeping practices.