Meaning & History
Ohme is a German surname derived from the Middle High German word oem, meaning "maternal uncle". This occupational or kinship-based name likely originated as a nickname or status designation for the maternal uncle in a family, a figure of respect in many Germanic communities.
The surname Øhme is primarily found in Germany and regions historically influenced by German migration. Notable bearers include Johan Andreas Cornelius Ohme (1746–1818), a Danish-Norwegian army officer; Kevin Ohme (born 1971), an American Major League Baseball pitcher; and Melanie Ohme (born 1990), a German chess player.
- Meaning: maternal uncle (Middle High German oem)
- Origin: German
- Type: Surname
- Usage regions: Germany, Scandinavia, United States
Sources: Wikipedia — Ohme