About Dey
The surname Dey is of Arabic origin and is commonly found in North Africa and the Middle East. It is derived from the Arabic word "dayy" or "daya," which means "nurse" or "wet nurse." The surname Dey was historically used to denote a person's occupation as a wet nurse or someone associated with nursing and childcare. Over time, it has become a hereditary surname passed down through generations, often indicating a family's ancestral connection to this profession.
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The surname Dey is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dey 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 Dey in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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