About Keepes
The surname Keepes is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "kepe," meaning "to keep" or "to guard." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked as a keeper or guardian of a particular place or property. The name may have been given to individuals who were responsible for maintaining and protecting castles, estates, or other important locations. Over time, the surname Keepes became hereditary and passed down through generations, representing the ancestral connection to this occupation.
The surname Keepes is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Keepes 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 Keepes is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Keepes in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Keepes using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.