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Hochstetler

Hochstetler is a surname originating in Switzerland.

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

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 from 1995–2007.