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KREUTZER
Etymology
Noun
kreutzer (plural kreutzers)
A medieval silver coin once used as currency in southern Germany and Austria.
Proper noun
Kreutzer (plural Kreutzers)
A surname.
Statistics
• According to the 2010 United States Census, Kreutzer is the 13625th most common surname in the United States, belonging to 2223 individuals. Kreutzer is most common among White (96.58%) individuals.
Source: Wiktionary
Kreut"zer, n. Etym: [G. kreuzer.]
Definition: A small copper coin formerly used in South Germany; also, a small Austrian copper coin. [Written also kreuzer.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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