About Gire
The surname Gire is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "gire," meaning "vulture." It is a topographic surname given to someone who lived near a place associated with vultures, such as a vulture's nest or a vulture-infested area. The name may have also been used as a nickname for someone with vulture-like characteristics, such as a sharp nose or a predatory nature. Overall, the surname Gire is associated with the vulture and its symbolism in French culture.
The surname Gire is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gire based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Gire in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gire using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.