About Gey
The surname Gey is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gei," meaning "goat." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who either kept goats or had goat-like characteristics. The surname Gey may have also been used as a metonymic occupational name for a goatherd or a butcher who specialized in goat meat.
The surname Gey is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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Here's how to represent Gey in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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