About Nissen
The surname Nissen is of German and Danish origin. It is derived from the given name Nis, which is a short form of the name Nikolaus or Nicholas. The name Nicholas itself comes from the Greek name Nikolaos, meaning "victory of the people." Therefore, the surname Nissen can be interpreted to mean "son of Nis" or "descendant of Nicholas."
The surname Nissen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Nissen 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 the name "Nissen" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Nissen."