The Weiß Coat of Arms and Name Meaning
Discover the meaning of Weiß, its origins in Germany, and the story behind a Weiß family crest.
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Origin of the Weiß name
Weiß means "white" in German and began as a nickname for someone with white hair, a pale complexion, or who wore white clothes. Spellings include Weiss and Weisz. The surname is common throughout Germany and Austria and among Ashkenazic Jewish families.
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This overview covers the Weiß name in Germany. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, Austria and Switzerland; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Weiß name FAQ
What does the Weiß name mean?
White. Common variants include Weiss, Weis, Weisz.
Where does the Weiß surname come from?
It originates in Germany, and is also found in the United States, Austria and Switzerland.
Is there a Weiß coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Weiß crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Weiß coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Duden Familiennamen; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).