About Klei
The surname Klei is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "klei," meaning "clay." It is a topographic surname given to someone who lived near a clay pit or worked with clay. The name may also have been occupational, referring to a potter or someone involved in the production of pottery.
The surname Klei is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Klei 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 Klei in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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