Freis
Freis is a surname of German origin that can also appear as a toponymic element in place names. The exact etymology is not certain; it is commonly associated with the German adjective frei meaning "free," or with place names derived from such a root. The form Freis is one of several variants of related names, including Fries, Friese, and Freese.
In historical records, Freis appears in German-speaking regions from the late medieval period and has since