About Garis
The surname Garis is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gār," meaning "spear." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was skilled in using a spear or who made spears. The name Garis may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who were warriors or soldiers. Over time, it evolved into a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Garis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Garis 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 Garis is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Garis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Garis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.