About Pelster
The surname Pelster is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "pelz," meaning fur or pelt. It is an occupational surname that was given to furriers or traders involved in the fur industry. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked with or traded in furs, and over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Pelster is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pelster 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 Pelster in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pelster using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.