About Niesen
The surname Niesen is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "nise" meaning "new" or "young." It is a topographic surname given to someone who lived near a newly cultivated or young piece of land. Alternatively, it could have been a nickname for a young person or someone with a youthful appearance. The name Niesen is relatively rare and is primarily found in Germany and Switzerland.
The surname Niesen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Niesen 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 Niesen in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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