Kriger

Kriger Meaning & Origin

About Kriger
The surname Kriger is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "kriger," meaning "warrior" or "fighter." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was skilled in combat or had a warrior-like nature. The name may have been given to soldiers or individuals involved in military activities. Over time, the surname Kriger has evolved and spread to different regions, often with variations in spelling. Today, it is found in various countries and is borne by individuals with diverse backgrounds.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Kriger is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Kriger: 575
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 38,484
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.19

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kriger 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 Kriger is not currently available.

Pronunciation

πŸ“‡ Metaphone
KRJR
πŸ—½ NYSIIS
CA
πŸ”Š Soundex
K60206
🎡 Syllabic Pronunciation
K R AY1 G ER0
🌐 IPA
/ˈkraΙͺgΙ™r/
πŸ”Š Double Metaphone
('KRJR', 'KRKR')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
K626

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Kriger in Braille

Here's how to represent Kriger in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Kriger in braille

How to sign the name Kriger using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Kriger using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Kriger in sign language

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