Krosigk (surname)

Krosigk is a German surname. It is a toponymic surname, derived from the place name Krosigk, a village located in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany.

The Krosigk family is a German noble family, tracing its origins back to the medieval period. They held various positions of power and influence within the Holy Roman Empire and later in the Kingdom of Prussia and the German Empire. Different branches of the family emerged over time, each with their own distinct lineage and estates.

Notable members of the Krosigk family include:

• Lutz Graf Schwerin von Krosigk (1887-1977): A German lawyer and politician who served as Finance Minister of Germany from 1932 to 1945, during the Weimar Republic and Nazi Germany. He briefly served as head of state (leading the acting government) after Hitler's death in 1945.

The name Krosigk and its variants are found primarily in Germany. Due to emigration, individuals with this surname can also be found in other parts of the world, including the United States and other Western countries.

Genealogical research into the Krosigk family history can be found in various historical archives and publications.