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: 'M'.
| German | English | |
|---|---|---|
| Makler | broker | |
| Maler | painter | |
| Markthändler | market merchant | |
| Melber | grain dealer | |
| Melbermeister | master grain dealer | |
| Metzger | butcher | |
| Metzgermeister | master butcher | |
| Mezger | butcher | |
| Musikand | musician | |
| Musikant | Musician | |
| Musikus | musician |