About Palmateer
The surname Palmateer is of Scottish origin and is derived from the occupational name for a maker or seller of palm leaf hats. The name is derived from the Middle English word "palme" meaning palm leaf and the Old French word "tier" meaning maker or seller. Over time, the name evolved to Palmateer and became a hereditary surname. Today, individuals with the surname Palmateer can trace their ancestry back to those who were involved in the palm leaf hat trade in medieval Scotland.
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The surname Palmateer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Palmateer 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 Palmateer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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