About Meier
The surname Meier is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "meiger," meaning "bailiff" or "steward." It was originally an occupational name given to someone who held the position of a steward or overseer on a manor or estate. Over time, the surname Meier became widespread in German-speaking regions and is now one of the most common surnames in Germany.
The surname Meier is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Meier 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 Meier in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Meier using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.