About Peat
The surname Peat is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "peat," which refers to a type of fuel made from decomposed vegetation found in boggy areas. As a surname, Peat likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a peat bog or as an occupational name for someone involved in the production or selling of peat. The name may also have been given to someone with a dark complexion or someone who had a connection to the color black, as peat is often dark in color.
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The surname Peat is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Peat 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 Peat in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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