About Pasternak
The surname Pasternak is of Eastern European origin and is derived from the Polish word "pasternak," meaning "parsnip." It is an occupational surname typically given to someone who grew or sold parsnips. The name may also have Jewish origins, as it was adopted by Jewish immigrants in Eastern Europe who were required to take surnames in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Today, the surname Pasternak is found worldwide, particularly in countries with significant Eastern European or Jewish populations.
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The surname Pasternak is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pasternak 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 Pasternak in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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