What is the origin of the last name Oppen?

The surname Oppen is of German origin. It is derived from the name of several places in Germany called Oppen, which in turn comes from the Middle High German word "oben" meaning "above" or "on top." The name may have originally been used to describe someone who lived on high ground or a hill.

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