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Litwins in the USA14378th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Litwin
AbrahamLitwin
Abraham Litwin was a Polish-American Holocaust survivor who immigrated to the United States and built a successful business.SamuelLitwin
Samuel Litwin was a Polish historian and author known for his research on the history of Polish Jews.SolomonLitwin
Solomon Litwin was a Polish-born American chemist who made significant contributions to the field of organic chemistry.EstherLitwin
Esther Litwin was a Polish-born Israeli artist known for her paintings depicting Jewish life and culture.JacobLitwin
Jacob Litwin was a Polish-American businessman and philanthropist who supported various educational and healthcare initiatives.JuliaLitwin
Julia Litwin is a Polish film director and screenwriter known for her critically acclaimed movies exploring social and political issues.LeonardLitwin
Leonard Litwin was an American real estate developer known for his involvement in high-profile construction projects.MartaLitwin
Marta Litwin is a Polish actress known for her performances in both film and theater.RafalLitwin
Rafal Litwin is a Polish chess grandmaster who has achieved notable success in international chess tournaments.SophieLitwin
Sophie Litwin was a Polish resistance fighter during World War II and later became a prominent women's rights activist.Litwin Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Litwin' is of Polish Jewish origin. It is derived from the Hebrew name 'Lewin,' which means 'lion.' The name was often given to a person with qualities associated with a lion, such as strength and bravery.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Litwin' is most commonly found in Poland and among Polish Jewish communities around the world. However, it may also be found in other countries with Polish or Jewish diaspora populations.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Litwin' include 'Lewin,' 'Lutwin,' 'Litwack,' 'Litman,' 'Litvin,' 'Levitan,' 'Litwinska,' and 'Lutz.' These variations may reflect regional or linguistic differences.
Migration and ImmigrationMany people with the surname 'Litwin' migrated or were forced to immigrate during significant historical events, such as World War II and the Holocaust. Some settled in the United States, Israel, and other countries, where they established new lives and contributed to their communities.