About Defee
The surname Defee is of French origin and is derived from the word "défier," meaning "to challenge" or "to defy." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was bold, daring, or rebellious. The name may have been given to individuals who displayed a defiant or challenging attitude, or it could have been used as a nickname for someone who was skilled in a particular area and challenged others to compete against them. Over time, the name Defee became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Defee is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Defee 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 Defee is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Defee in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Defee using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.