About Pehling
The surname Pehling is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "pele" or "pelech," meaning "cloak" or "mantle." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who wore or made cloaks or mantles. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, and individuals with the surname Pehling are likely to have had ancestors who were involved in the cloak-making trade or were known for wearing distinctive cloaks.
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The surname Pehling is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pehling based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Pehling is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Pehling in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pehling using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.