kiivits
Kiivits is a surname of Estonian origin. It is derived from the Estonian word "kiiv", which refers to a lapwing or a plover, a type of wading bird. The surname likely originated as a descriptive nickname for someone who resembled the bird in some way, perhaps due to their characteristics, habits, or even their appearance. Alternatively, it could have been a toponymic surname, indicating that the original bearer came from a place associated with lapwings.
The distribution of the surname Kiivits is primarily in Estonia. As with many surnames, its exact origins