About Biston
The surname Biston is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "bistun," meaning "a small box or chest." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who made or sold small boxes or chests. The name may also have been given to someone who had a box-like or square-shaped physical appearance. Over time, the surname Biston has evolved and spread to different regions, including England and other English-speaking countries.
The surname Biston is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Biston based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Biston in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Biston using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.