About Ekis
The surname Ekis is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "ecke," meaning "corner" or "nook." It is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a corner or a bend in a road or river. The name may have also been used as a nickname for someone who was perceived as being sharp or cunning. Overall, the surname Ekis likely originated as a descriptive or locational name in Germany.
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The surname Ekis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ekis 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 Ekis is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Ekis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Ekis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.