About Nau
The surname Nau is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "nouwe," meaning "new." It is a topographic or habitational name given to someone who lived near a newly cultivated or settled area. It could also be an occupational name for a newcomer or a nickname for someone who was considered innovative or modern. Overall, the surname Nau signifies a connection to something new or recent in German history.
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The surname Nau is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Nau 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 Nau is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Nau in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Nau using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.