About Kresge
The surname Kresge is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kresch," meaning "church." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a name for someone who worked at or lived near a church. The name Kresge may have been given to individuals who were employed as church officials, caretakers, or even lived in a house adjacent to a church. Over time, the surname Kresge has evolved and spread to various regions, particularly in the United States, where it is most commonly found today.
The surname Kresge is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kresge 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 Kresge in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kresge using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.