Hi List, Could someone please tell me what the surnames Reitzel and Moretz mean? I believe both of these names are German, but I am not sure. Any help on this would be wonderful and greatly appreciated. Jennifer

REITZEL (German) Fowler's lure; fowler. This could have designated the person's occupation or it could have been a house name with a sign designating the occupant's profession. MORETZ - found: \ MORITZ (German) "St. Mauritius". As best as I can figure out from the explanation, this could be a name taken from a place of residence or it could have come from the name of a saint. Both were apparently common naming occurances. Unfortunately my book leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to clarity! Source: German-American Names by George F. Jones Robert Hatcher wrote: > Hi List, > > Could someone please tell me what the surnames Reitzel and Moretz mean? I believe both of these names are German, but I am not sure. Any help on this would be wonderful and greatly appreciated. > > Jennifer > > ============================== > Visit Ancestry.com for a FREE 14-Day Trial and enjoy access to the #1 > Source for Family History Online. Go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/subscribe/subscribetrial1y.asp?sourcecode=F11HB