About Reissman
The surname Reissman is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "risse," meaning "giant" or "giant-like." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who was either physically large or possessed qualities associated with a giant, such as strength or power. The suffix "-man" indicates that the person was a man or a descendant of a man with these characteristics. Overall, the surname Reissman suggests a connection to a person who was either physically imposing or had qualities reminiscent of a giant.
The surname Reissman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Reissman 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 Reissman in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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