About Krein
The surname Krein is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "krein," meaning "crane." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who resembled or imitated the characteristics of a crane, such as being tall, thin, or having a graceful demeanor. The surname Krein may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who worked as crane keepers or had some association with cranes. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
The surname Krein is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Krein 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 Krein is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Krein in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Krein using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.