There are
2429
Ganss in the USA
Gans is the
12711st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Gans

EmilGans

Emil Gans was a German mathematician known for his contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.

HermannGans

Hermann Gans was a Jewish history professor who specialized in studying Jewish communities during the Middle Ages.

FritzGansberg

Fritz Gansberg was a German physicist who made significant advancements in the field of quantum mechanics.

LeopoldGans

Leopold Gans was a German journalist and writer, best known for his investigative reporting on political corruption.

CharlotteGans-Merick

Charlotte Gans-Merick was a Dutch resistance fighter during World War II, known for her courage and determination.

Gans Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Gans has Ashkenazi Jewish origins.
Geographic DistributionThe name Gans is commonly found among Jewish communities in Germany, Poland, and the Netherlands.
VariationsVariations of the surname Gans include Ganz, Gantz, Ganse, and Ganser.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of the Gans family occurred during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily from Eastern Europe to the United States and other countries. The migration was driven by factors such as economic opportunities, religious persecution, and political instability.