About Greiber
The surname Greiber is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "greif," meaning "griffin" or "vulture." It is a topographic surname that was likely given to someone who lived near a place associated with these birds, such as a vulture's nest or a griffin's habitat. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who had the characteristics or traits associated with these creatures, such as being fierce or powerful. Overall, the surname Greiber is linked to the symbolism and imagery of griffins and vultures in German culture.
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The surname Greiber is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Greiber 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 Greiber is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Greiber in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Greiber using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.