About Heiss
The surname Heiss is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "heiz," meaning "hot" or "fiery." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone with a passionate or fiery temperament. Over time, the surname Heiss has become a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Heiss can be found worldwide, particularly in German-speaking regions.
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The surname Heiss is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Heiss 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 Heiss is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Heiss in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Heiss using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.