About Gierisch
The surname Gierisch is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gir(e)" meaning "vulture" or "bird of prey." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who had characteristics associated with a vulture, such as a sharp or predatory nature. Over time, the surname Gierisch became hereditary and passed down through generations, eventually becoming a family name.
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The surname Gierisch is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gierisch 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 Gierisch is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Gierisch in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gierisch using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.