About Noyes
The surname Noyes is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Middle English word "noy," meaning "annoyance" or "trouble," and was likely used as a nickname for someone who was troublesome or annoying. Alternatively, it could be a variant of the surname Norris, which is derived from the Old French word "norreis," meaning "nurse" or "caretaker." This suggests that Noyes could have been an occupational surname for someone who worked as a nurse or caretaker.
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The surname Noyes is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Noyes 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 Noyes in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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