About Ferret
The surname Ferret is of French origin and is derived from the word "ferret," which refers to a small carnivorous mammal. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who had characteristics or behaviors similar to a ferret, such as being quick, agile, or cunning. It may have also been given to someone who worked with or owned ferrets, which were commonly used for hunting small game. Overall, the surname Ferret suggests a connection to the animal or its traits.
The surname Ferret is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ferret 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 Ferret is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Ferret in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Ferret using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.