Krüss Last Name Facts and Heraldry

Ask a genealogist about Krüss and the first name they will mention is Krauss. At root, the name means “Curly-haired”.

Krüss and Krauss

Records show Krüss as one of the forms Krauss took over time. Local scribes, dialects and emigration all left their mark on how the name was written. Related forms: Krausse and Krass.

How common is Krüss?

Krüss sounds close to Kruse, Kraus and Kross, so it can help to search both.

Krüss coat of arms

Looking for a Krüss coat of arms? Arms were granted to families, not to surnames, and our research shows which heraldic tradition fits yours.

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