There are
2365
Wittigs in the USA
Wittig is the
12981st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Wittig

GeorgWittig

German chemist known for his development of the Wittig reaction, a method for converting aldehydes and ketones into alkenes.

KätheWittig

German painter renowned for her landscape and genre paintings depicting rural life in the early 20th century.

RichardWittig

German mathematician notable for his contributions to algebraic geometry and the theory of quadratic forms.

SiegfriedWittig

German politician and member of the German Bundestag, serving as the Minister of Transportation from 1972 to 1974.

KarlWittig

German physicist recognized for his research in solid-state physics and the development of new materials for electronics.

Wittig Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Wittig originated from Germany.
Geographic DistributionWittig is predominantly found in Germany and has spread to other countries with German diaspora.
VariationsVariations of the surname Wittig include Vittig, Wittich, Wittik, Witing, and Wytyk.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration involving the Wittig surname occurred during different eras and in various locations. Many Wittig individuals migrated during the 19th century from Germany to the United States, particularly settling in states like Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Illinois. The reasons for migration included seeking better economic opportunities, religious freedom, and escape from political unrest.