About Peffer
The surname Peffer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "peffer," meaning "pepper." It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for a pepper merchant or a spice trader. The name may have also been given to someone who had a fiery or hot-tempered personality. Overall, the surname Peffer is associated with the spice trade and the use of pepper in medieval Germany.
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The surname Peffer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Peffer 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 Peffer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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