About Kief
The surname Kief is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kief," meaning "jaw" or "chin." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone with a prominent or distinctive jawline. Over time, the surname Kief has evolved and may have been altered in spelling or pronunciation. Today, individuals with the surname Kief can be found in various parts of the world, particularly in Germany and the United States.
The surname Kief is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kief 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 Kief is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Kief in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kief using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.