About Crites
The surname Crites is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "krit," meaning "judge" or "critic." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was known for their critical or judgmental nature. Over time, the name Crites became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Crites can be found primarily in the United States, particularly in states with German immigrant populations.
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The surname Crites is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Crites based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Crites is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Crites in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Crites using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.