About Meis
The surname Meis is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "meis," meaning "titmouse" or "small bird." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had bird-like qualities or characteristics, such as being small, agile, or having a pleasant voice. The surname Meis is relatively uncommon and is found mainly in Germany and other German-speaking regions.
The surname Meis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Meis 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 Meis is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Meis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Meis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.