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Hochstetler is a surname originating in Switzerland, particularly in Bern-Mittelland.

The current Swiss spelling of the name is Hostettler. Among non-Swiss there are a variety of spellings: Hochstetler, Hochstettler, Hostetler, Hostettler and Hochstedler are among the most common. Hochstetler is common among Amish and Mennonite families.

Notable people with the family name Hochstetler include:

• Jacob Hochstetler, early Amish immigrant to North America
• Thomas J. Hochstettler, president of Lewis & Clark College
• Dallas Hostetler, originator of Tax Freedom Day
• Dave Hostetler, former professional baseball player
• Jeff Hostetler, former Super Bowl winning quarterback
• John A. Hostetler, Amish and Mennonite historian
• Joseph C. Hostetler, founding partner of Baker & Hostetler
• John Hostettler, former member of United States House of Representatives representing Indiana 1995–2007

References

1. ' Absolute Verteilung des Namens 'Hostettler at verwandt.ch

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