About Bootes
The surname Bootes is derived from the Greek word "boōtēs," meaning "plowman" or "ox-driver." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of someone who held the occupation of a plowman or ox-driver. The name may have been given to individuals who were involved in agriculture or worked with animals, particularly oxen.
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The surname Bootes is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bootes 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 Bootes in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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