There are
2662
Lorentzs in the USA
Lorentz is the
11767th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Lorentz

HendrikLorentz

Dutch physicist and Nobel laureate. Known for his contributions to the theory of electromagnetism and the Lorentz transformation.

AlbertA.

American physicist. Collaborated with Lorentz to develop the Michelson–Morley experiment, providing evidence against the existence of luminiferous ether.

ErnestLawrence

American physicist and Nobel laureate. Inventor of the cyclotron, a particle accelerator that revolutionized nuclear physics research.

HermannWeyl

German mathematician and physicist. Introduced several fundamental ideas in mathematics and theoretical physics, including the concept of gauge theory.

Maxvon

German physicist and Nobel laureate. Known for his discovery of the diffraction of X-rays by crystals, which provided evidence for the wave nature of X-rays.

Lorentz Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Lorentz has origins in Germany and the Netherlands.
Geographic DistributionThe Lorentz surname is found across various regions of Europe, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands.
VariationsVariations of the surname Lorentz include Lorenz, Lawrence, Laurent, and Lorenzo.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Lorentz occurred over the centuries, particularly during periods of political and economic upheaval. People with the surname Lorentz migrated and immigrated to various countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and South Africa, among others. The reasons for migration and immigration varied and included seeking better opportunities, escaping conflicts, and joining family members.