Wyss
Wyss Meaning & Origin
About Wyss
The surname Wyss is of Swiss-German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "wīs," meaning "wise" or "knowledgeable." It was originally used as a nickname for someone who was considered wise or intelligent. Over time, it became a hereditary surname and is now found predominantly in Switzerland and Germany.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Wyss is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Wyss: 2,102
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 14,257
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.71
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wyss 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 Wyss is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Wyss in Braille
Here's how to represent Wyss in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Wyss using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Wyss using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
