Bechstein

Bechstein is a German surname. Notable people with the surname include:

• Carl Bechstein, German piano manufacturer who founded C. Bechstein Pianofortefabrik
• Edwin Bechstein (1859-1934), German piano manufacturer and son of Carl
• Helene Bechstein (1876–1951), German socialite and businesswoman
• Johann Matthäus Bechstein (1757–1822), German naturalist and forester
• Ludwig Bechstein (1801–1860), German writer