What does the surname Weisse mean?

The surname Weisse means "One who is white or pale in complexion.". It is of Germanic origin.

How common is the Weisse surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname Weisse in the United States.

Are there Weisse soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 18 soldiers with the Weisse surname appear in Civil War records.

Weisse

Descriptive

Meaning

One who is white or pale in complexion.

Etymology

Derived from Middle High German 'wiz' or 'weiß' (white). The surname is a descriptive term referring to physical appearance, common in Germanic naming traditions.

About the Weisse Surname

A Germanic descriptive surname referring to pale or white complexion, a common physical characteristic used in medieval naming. The name has established presence in German-speaking populations.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in German-speaking countries and their diaspora communities.

Weisse Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Weisse Surname

C.H. Weisse

Honorable

Quick Facts

Origin: Germanic
Classification: Descriptive
Earliest Record: Medieval Germanic regions
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

18 soldiers with the Weisse surname found in Civil War records.

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