About List
The surname List is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "list," meaning cunning or clever. It is believed to have originally been a nickname given to someone who was known for their intelligence or shrewdness. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, and individuals with the surname List can be found in various parts of Germany and other German-speaking regions.
The surname List is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname List 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 List is not currently available.
Here's how to represent List in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell List using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.