What does Eckermann mean?

It is a patronymic name. ... The name Eckermann is a short form of this Germanic personal name, which is derived from the Old German word "ecka," which means "corner" or "edge." Thus, the original bearer of this name resided at the edge of a settlement or on the corner of a street.

What does the surname real mean?

French (Réal) and Spanish: from southern French réal, Spanish real 'royal', hence a nickname for someone who behaved in a regal manner or an occupational name for someone in the service of the king. ...