About Keator
The surname Keator is of Dutch origin and is derived from the Dutch word "kater," meaning "tomcat" or "male cat." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who displayed cat-like characteristics such as agility, independence, or cunning. The name may have also been used as a metonymic occupational name for someone who worked with or owned cats, such as a rat-catcher. Overall, the surname Keator likely originated as a nickname or occupational name associated with feline qualities or activities.
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The surname Keator is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Keator 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 Keator in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Keator using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.