What does the surname Geller mean?

The surname Geller means "One who is yellow or pale, or a money changer.". It is of German/Yiddish origin.

How common is the Geller surname?

There are approximately 2,500 people with the surname Geller in the United States.

Are there Geller soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 39 soldiers with the Geller surname appear in Civil War records.

Geller

Occupational

Meaning

One who is yellow or pale, or a money changer.

Etymology

Derived from Middle High German 'gel' (yellow) or Yiddish 'gelt' (money) with the agent suffix '-er.' The surname may indicate someone with a yellow complexion or someone involved in money-changing.

About the Geller Surname

A German or Yiddish surname with either descriptive or occupational origins. The name may reflect either physical characteristics or involvement in financial transactions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,500 bearers in the United States #2,566 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in German-speaking and Jewish communities, particularly in Central Europe and North America.

Geller Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Geller Surname

R.F. Geller

Quick Facts

Origin: German/Yiddish
Classification: Occupational
Earliest Record: 16th century German and Yiddish records
Estimated Bearers: 2,500

War Records

39 soldiers with the Geller surname found in Civil War records.

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