There are
493
Giegers in the USA
Gieger is the
43732nd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Gieger

Hermannvon

Hermann von Gieger was a German physician and scientist, known for his work on the physiology of the nervous system and his invention of the Gieger counter, a device used for detecting and measuring ionizing radiation.

HeinzGiegerich

Heinz Giegerich is a German linguist and professor, known for his research on English phonology and morphology.

VanessaGiegerich

Vanessa Giegerich is an Australian actress and singer, known for her performances in musical theater productions such as 'Cats' and 'The Phantom of the Opera.'

KarlGiegerich

Karl Giegerich was a German composer and pianist, known for his classical and romantic style compositions.

HansPeter

Hans Peter Giegerich is a German philosopher and author, known for his works on the philosophy of technology and the philosophy of the unconscious.

KurtGeiger

Kurt Geiger is a British fashion designer and founder of the luxury footwear brand Kurt Geiger.

ElizabethGeiger

Elizabeth Geiger is an American violinist, known for her performances as a soloist and chamber musician.

PaulGeiger

Paul Geiger is an American voice coach and author, known for his expertise in vocal communication and public speaking.

MarieGeiger

Marie Geiger was a Swiss artist and illustrator, known for her drawings and paintings inspired by nature and folklore.

ErichGeiger

Erich Geiger was a German football player and coach, known for his success as a coach of several top German football clubs.

Gieger Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Gieger' is of German origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word 'giegen,' meaning 'fiddle.' The name likely originated as an occupational surname for someone involved in making or playing the fiddle.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Gieger' is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in the southwestern regions such as Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. It is also found in other German-speaking countries such as Austria and Switzerland.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Gieger' include 'Geiger' and 'Giger.'
Migration and ImmigrationDue to the German origin of the surname, individuals with the name 'Gieger' may have migrated or immigrated to other countries with significant German diaspora, such as the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Argentina.