About Preus
The surname Preus is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "preus," meaning "proud" or "arrogant." It is a descriptive surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who displayed these characteristics. Over time, the surname Preus has been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
The surname Preus is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Preus 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 Preus is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Preus in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Preus using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.