About Gerz
The surname Gerz is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gerze," meaning "spear." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was skilled in handling a spear or who worked as a spear maker. The name may have also been given to someone with a spear-like physical attribute or a fierce and determined personality. Over time, the surname Gerz has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
The surname Gerz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gerz 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 Gerz is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gerz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gerz using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.