Arzt is a German and Dutch occupational surname meaning "doctor, physician". The name is derived from the Middle High German arzet or arzt, which itself comes from the Latin archiater (chief physician), ultimately from Greek archiatros. As a Dutch surname, it is an occupational name for a medical practitioner, though in modern Dutch the standard word for doctor is arts. Etymology Word etymology (remains unchanged). Notable Bearers Donna Arzt (1954–2008) was an American legal scholar known for her work on international human rights law. Eduardo Arzt (born 1953) is an Argentine molecular biologist and academic. In popular culture, Leslie Arzt is a fictional character from the television series Lost. Cultural Significance The present name is located between two well-known surnames: Arthur and Ashley. It was among the 2577 most frequently occurring surnames in the U.S. according to the 2010 census. Meaning: doctor, physician Origin: German, Dutch (occupational) Type: Surname Usage regions: Germany, Netherlands, United States