About Klaas
The surname Klaas is of Dutch and German origin and is derived from the given name Klaas, a variant of Nicholas. The name Nicholas comes from the Greek name Nikolaos, which means "victory of the people." Therefore, the surname Klaas can be interpreted to mean "son of Nicholas" or "descendant of Nicholas." It is a patronymic surname, indicating a family's connection to an ancestor named Klaas or Nicholas.
The surname Klaas is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Klaas 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 the name "Klaas" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Klaas."