About Pelton
The surname Pelton is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to come from the Old English word "pell," meaning "a stake or post," and "tun," meaning "a settlement or enclosure." Therefore, the surname Pelton likely refers to someone who lived near or was associated with a settlement or enclosure marked by stakes or posts.
The surname Pelton is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pelton 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 Pelton in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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