There are
1248
Bechts in the USABecht is the
21057th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Becht
MartyBecht
Marty Becht is a professional football player who played for the Miami Dolphins in the NFL.JosefBecht
Josef Becht was a German conductor and composer known for his work with various orchestras.JennaBecht
Jenna Becht is a contemporary artist known for her abstract paintings and mixed-media sculptures.HansBecht
Hans Becht was a Swiss mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to the field of theoretical physics.ErikaBecht
Erika Becht is a German actress known for her performances in theater and film.FriedrichBecht
Friedrich Becht was a German theologian and philosopher who wrote extensively on religious and philosophical topics.ChristineBecht
Christine Becht is a French politician and member of the National Assembly.WernerBecht
Werner Becht is a German scientist and researcher in the field of biochemistry.MarieBecht
Marie Becht is a Luxembourgian journalist and television presenter.KarlBecht
Karl Becht was a German painter known for his landscape paintings and portraits.Becht Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Becht' is of German origin and is derived from the Old High German word 'bechto,' meaning 'bright' or 'shining.' It is likely an occupational surname referring to someone involved in the production or trade of shiny objects or goods.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Becht' is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in the regions of Baden-Württemberg and Rhineland-Palatinate. It is also found in other German-speaking countries, such as Austria and Switzerland.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Becht' include 'Beck' and 'Bechtel.'
Migration and ImmigrationThere have been instances of migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Becht' to other countries, particularly during periods of political or economic upheaval. Some individuals with the surname 'Becht' have emigrated to the United States, Canada, and other countries.