About Patereau
The surname Patereau is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "paterel," meaning "a small shovel or spade." It is believed to have been an occupational surname, originally given to someone who worked as a digger or a laborer using a small shovel. Over time, the surname Patereau has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
The surname Patereau is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Patereau 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 Patereau in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Patereau using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.