I have also been searching for family members with this last name. I wanna know who I am related to, as I do not have a family tree. I am only 17 yrs. old now, and I have been curious for quite some time now. I really would like to know where the name came from, and where it started and in what country. Because from my understanding, it is German. But I am a curious child like I have mentioned..I hope this finds someone who can be of some help. If u do have any info., please feel free to send me through email, as i might not check this site very often. Thanks, caitlyn.