1) German surname 
Nussbaum is a surname of German origin. The correct German spelling is Nußbaum; a variant spelling used in other languages is Nusbaum. The word literally means `nut tree`, a generic term which could refer to hazelnut trees or walnut trees. ==People surnamed Nussbaum== ...
Type: Term Pronunciation: nūs′bowm Definitions: 1. Johann H.R. von, German surgeon, 1829-1890.