About Gitter
The surname Gitter is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "gitter," meaning "grating" or "lattice." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a name for someone who made or worked with grates or lattice-like structures. The name may have been given to blacksmiths, metalworkers, or carpenters who specialized in creating such objects. Over time, individuals with the surname Gitter may have branched out into other professions or adopted the name for various reasons, but its etymological roots can be traced back to this occupational association.
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The surname Gitter is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Gitter 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 Gitter in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Gitter using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.