About Feist
The surname Feist is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "vīst" or "vīster," meaning "clever" or "wise." It is a nickname surname given to someone who was considered to be astute, intelligent, or shrewd. The name Feist may have also been used to describe someone who possessed a quick wit or had a sharp mind.
The surname Feist is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Feist based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Feist in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Feist using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.