Rosenthal

Rosenthal is a Jewish surname with origins in Germany. It is derived from the German words “rose” and “valley,” which together mean “rose valley.” The name was originally given to people who lived near a valley where roses grew. Many Jews with this name can trace their ancestry to the Rhineland region of Germany. Today, Rosenthal is a relatively common surname in countries with significant Jewish populations, such as the United States, Israel, and Argentina. Notable people with the surname Rosenthal include the composer Maurice Rosenthal and the art dealer Leo Castelli (born Leo Krausz-Rosenthal).