Nineteenth century German occupation names are sometimes difficult to translate. Also, they reflect on the socio-economic situation of the Jews at that time. The spelling in civil records was often haphazard. This page may help you in figuring out what your ancestor did for a living.
Pick the starting letter of the specific occupation you are looking for!
The following occupations start with the letter: 'G'.
| German | English | |
|---|---|---|
| Galanderiew.Händler | lingerie merchant | |
| Galanterie Händler | lingerie merchant | |
| Garküchner | caterer | |
| Geldverleiher | money lender | |
| Gemeindediener | shamash | |
| Gemeindeschreiber | community clerk | |
| Gerber | tanner | |
| Gerbermeister | master tanner | |
| Glaser | glazier | |
| Goldschmied | gold smith | |
| Goldsticker | gold embroiderer | |
| Grosshändler | wholesaler |