Definis

Definis Meaning & Origin

About Definis
The surname Definis is of Italian origin and is derived from the word "definire," meaning "to define" or "to determine." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was known for their decisive or determined nature. The surname Definis may also have been given to individuals who held a position of authority or were involved in legal matters, as the term "definire" can also refer to the act of making a legal decision or settling a dispute.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Definis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Definis: 245
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 78,040
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.08

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Definis based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.

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Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
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🗽 NYSIIS
DA
🔊 Soundex
D010502
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
D IH0 F IH1 N IH0 S
🌐 IPA
/definis*/
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('TFNS', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
D152

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Definis in Braille

Here's how to represent Definis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.

The name Definis in braille

How to sign the name Definis using Sign Language

The image below shows how you can spell Definis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Definis in sign language

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