About Kranz
The surname Kranz is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kranz," meaning "wreath" or "garland." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who made or sold wreaths or garlands. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who wore a wreath or garland as a symbol of honor or achievement. Overall, the surname Kranz is associated with the occupation or symbol of a wreath or garland.
The surname Kranz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kranz 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 Kranz is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Kranz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kranz using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.