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Biss is a surname of Germanic origin and a German noun meaning bite. In German usage, Biss denotes a bite or nibble and is used as a common noun as well as a family name. As a surname, Biss is found among families in German-speaking areas and in diaspora communities around the world. It is relatively uncommon and occurs in various countries due to migration.

Origin and meaning: The surname Biss likely originated as a nickname or descriptive name tied to the verb beißen (to bite) or to a local place name in some regions. As with many German surnames, the precise origin can vary by family, and some bearers may derive the name independently from different roots. The name does not point to a single, unified historical lineage.

Distribution and usage: Today, Fewer research records indicate that the surname Biss appears in Europe and North America, including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and English-speaking countries, among others. Spelling variations are relatively rare but can arise through transliteration or regional orthography; the form Biss is the standard rendering in many contexts. In general usage, Biss functions as a surname rather than a common noun, except when referring to the German word for a bite.