Geller

Geller is a surname that occurs in Germanic and Ashkenazi Jewish communities. The exact origins are varied, and the name is often treated as an occupational or toponymic surname. It is found among families in Germany, Austria, Israel, the United States, and other countries, reflecting migration and diaspora patterns.

Notable individuals with the surname include Uri Geller (born 1946), an Israeli-British illusionist and self-proclaimed psychic known for spoon bending and other demonstrations. Geller’s performances gained international attention in the 1970s, but his claims have been the subject of extensive skepticism and critical scrutiny by scientists and magicians alike, who argue that his feats can be explained by conventional illusion and misdirection.

In fiction and popular culture, the surname Geller has been used for characters in various media. For example, Ben Geller is a character in the television series Friends, where he is depicted as the son of the character Ross Geller. The name appears in other works as well, reflecting its continued use as a recognizable surname in English-language media.

Overall, Geller is primarily recognized as a surname with roots in European Jewish and Germanic communities. Its most widely known public figure is Uri Geller, whose celebrity status brought significant attention to the name in international media, while the name continues to appear in literature and entertainment.