Oppenheimer
/ˈɔpənˌhaɪmər/noun
A surname of German origin, often associated with J. Robert Oppenheimer, the physicist known for his role in the Manhattan Project.
Did you know?The name 'Oppenheimer' literally means 'one from Oppenheim', which is a small town in Germany known for its ancient history and ties to alchemical traditions.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*uppōn
“up, upon, above”
Old High German
OHG
obana
“above, higher”
Middle High German
MHG
obene
“above, on top”
Modern German
German
Oppenheim
“a place name meaning 'home on the river'”