About Kiester
The surname Kiester is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "küster," meaning "sexton" or "churchwarden." It was an occupational name given to someone who held the position of a church caretaker or custodian. The name may also have originated as a nickname for someone who was associated with a church or had a pious nature.
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The surname Kiester is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kiester 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 Kiester in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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