About Obrist
The surname Obrist is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "ober(e)st," meaning "highest" or "uppermost." It is an occupational surname that was originally used to denote someone who held a high-ranking position or authority, such as a military officer or a chief. Over time, the surname Obrist has evolved into a family name that is now found in various German-speaking regions.
The surname Obrist is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Obrist 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 Obrist in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Obrist using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.