Kuster

Kuster is a surname of German origin. It is a variant of the surname Küster, which means "sexton" or "sacristan" in German. A sexton was traditionally a church official responsible for the care of the church building and its contents. The name is derived from the Middle High German word "kuster(e)" or "küster(e)".

The surname Kuster can be found in various regions where German speakers migrated, including Germany, Switzerland, and the United States. Spelling variations are common due to regional dialects and transcription errors over time.