Summary

The surname DANNER is of German origin and is derived from the occupational name for a tanner, someone who treated animal hides to make leather. Danners were skilled craftsmen who played an important role in the production of leather goods during the medieval times.
There are
10786
Danners in the USA
Danner is the
3328th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Danner

FriedrichDanner

German painter and engraver known for his landscape paintings and illustrations during the 18th century.

JosephDanner

Austrian composer and conductor who gained recognition for his operas and symphonies in the early 19th century.

HansDanner

Swiss mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to the field of theoretical physics in the mid-20th century.

MariaDanner

Italian opera singer renowned for her powerful soprano voice and performances in the late 19th century.

RobertDanner

American journalist and author known for his investigative reporting and publications on political corruption in the late 20th century.

Danner Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Danner originated in Germany and Austria.
Geographic DistributionDanner is commonly found in German-speaking regions such as Bavaria and Austria.
VariationsVariations of the surname Danner include Denner, Tanner, Dannert, and Dennner.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of the Danner family occurred during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily from Germany and Austria to countries like the United States and Canada. The reasons for migration and immigration varied, including economic opportunities, political unrest, and family reunification.