Lange

Lange is a surname of German origin. It means "long" in German. The name is relatively common in Germany and Denmark. Notable people with the surname include:

• Jessica Lange, an American actress
• Dorothea Lange, an American documentary photographer and photojournalist
• David Lange, a former Prime Minister of New Zealand
• Michael Lange (director), an American television director and producer
• Artie Lange, an American stand-up comedian, actor, and radio personality

Etymology

The surname Lange is derived from the German word "lang" or "lange," which means "long." It was often used as a nickname for tall people.

Geographical distribution

As of 2014, 57.7% of all known bearers of the surname Lange were residents of Germany. The frequency of the surname was higher than national average in the following countries:

• 1. Germany (1: 414)
• 2. Denmark (1: 1,014)
• 3. Namibia (1: 1,414)

In popular culture

The surname Lange has been featured in several works of fiction. For example, Jessica Lange's performances in American Horror Story and King Kong have made the name well-known in the United States.

See also

• Lange (disambiguation)

References

Lange Resources
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