About Kest
The surname Kest is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "kest," meaning "to cast" or "to throw." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a thrower or a caster, possibly in the context of pottery or metalworking. The name may have also been used as a nickname for someone who had a skill in throwing or casting objects. Overall, the surname Kest signifies a person's occupation or skill related to casting or throwing.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kest 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 Kest in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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