About Krauss
The surname Krauss is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kraus" meaning "curly" or "frizzy." It was originally a nickname given to someone with curly or frizzy hair. Over time, the surname Krauss became hereditary and was passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Krauss can be found worldwide, particularly in German-speaking regions.
The surname Krauss is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Krauss 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 Krauss is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Krauss in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Krauss using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.