About Karriker
The surname Karriker is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "karre," meaning "cart" or "wagon." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked with or owned a cart or wagon. Over time, the name may have been anglicized or altered in spelling, resulting in variations such as Carricker or Carriger. Today, individuals with the surname Karriker can be found primarily in the United States, particularly in North Carolina, where German immigrants settled in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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The surname Karriker is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Karriker 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 Karriker in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Karriker using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.