About Gass
The surname Gass is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gaz," meaning "goose." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who either raised geese or worked with goose feathers, such as a feather merchant or a quill pen maker. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone with goose-like characteristics, such as a long neck or a honking voice. Overall, the surname Gass is associated with the occupation or physical attributes related to geese.
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