About Heriot
The surname Heriot is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Middle English word "heriot," which referred to a tribute or payment made to a lord upon the death of a tenant. It was typically a valuable item, such as a horse or weapon, and was given as a mark of respect or as a form of inheritance. The surname Heriot likely originated as a nickname for someone who paid or collected heriots, or it could have been given to someone who was entitled to receive them.
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The surname Heriot is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Heriot 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 Heriot in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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