close

You Must Be a Member to View These
Records!

Membership is FREE for 7 days and includes:

  • Unlimited search of hundreds of millions of records
  • Access to largest single connected family tree in the world
  • Smart genealogy matching tool that builds your family tree for you

Enter your name and email address to get started:

  • Already a Member?Sign In Here.

  • By providing your email address, you will receive the benefit of research tips, site updates and special offers by email. You can change your email preference at any time.

Find Vital Records Instantly!

Kraus Family History

Kraus Genealogy & Family Tree

Kraus is a German name from Bohemia. It comes from the Upper German word Kraus which means "curly." Roots for this name can also be found in Hebrew.

Other spellings include "Krauss," "Krause," "Krauser," "Krausser," "Craus," "Crauss," and "Crausse." Notable people with the surname include Canadian Olympic athlete Alanna Kraus (speed skating), American hockey player Tim Kraus (Dundee Stars, Ontario Reign, Victoria Salmon Kings), and American football player Adam K. The first Kraus to come to America were John Michael and John Georg Kraus in 1709.

Kraus Birth Records
Kraus Death Records
Sign up for a free trial account
and begin tracing your family history today
Begin Free Trial

Click The Letter That Corresponds To Your Family Name