About Kretzer
The surname Kretzer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kretze," meaning "crab." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had crab-like characteristics or behavior. The surname Kretzer may have been given to individuals who were agile, had a peculiar gait, or were associated with the sea. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, passed down through generations.
The surname Kretzer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kretzer 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 Kretzer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Kretzer using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.