About Ater
The surname Ater is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "ætter," meaning "adder" or "snake." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who had snake-like qualities or characteristics, such as being cunning or sly. The surname Ater may have also been used to describe someone who lived near a place associated with snakes or had a connection to serpents in some way.
The surname Ater is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ater based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Ater is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Ater in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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