Geier

Occupational

Meaning

A vulture or one who hunts vultures.

Etymology

Derived from Middle High German 'geier' (vulture), from Old High German 'gir.' The surname likely originated as a nickname for someone resembling a vulture or as an occupational name for a bird hunter.

About the Geier Surname

A German occupational or nickname surname derived from the word for vulture. The name may indicate a bird catcher or someone with vulture-like characteristics.

Distribution

Found in German-speaking regions and German-American communities.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation

People with the Geier Surname

Fred A. J. Geier

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