About Graeve
The surname Graeve is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "grāve," meaning "count" or "earl." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a title for someone who held a high-ranking position in medieval society, such as a nobleman or a local ruler. Over time, the surname Graeve may have been adopted by individuals who were associated with or served these noble families, eventually becoming a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Graeve is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Graeve 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 Graeve is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Graeve in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Graeve using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.