Ferris

Ferris is a surname and given name used in English-speaking countries. It also appears as a place name and in popular culture. The term is best known for the Ferris wheel, an iconic amusement ride named after its inventor.

The Ferris wheel was designed by George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. His project demonstrated American engineering prowess and helped spur the development of large-scale rotating rides. George W. G. Ferris Jr. (1859–1896) was an American engineer and inventor.

In popular culture, Ferris Bueller is a fictional character from the 1986 comedy Ferris Bueller's Day Off. The name Ferris also appears in various real-world contexts, carried by individuals in science, politics, and the arts.

Geographically, Ferris, Texas, is a city in Ellis County. The name is used in other places as well, reflecting its status as a surname and given name.

The surname Ferris is of English origin and has spread to other regions through migration. Variants include Ferriss and Farris.