About Percival
The surname Percival is of Old French origin and is derived from the personal name "Percival," which was popularized by the medieval Arthurian legend of Sir Percival, one of the Knights of the Round Table. The name is believed to have been derived from the Old French words "percer," meaning "to pierce," and "val," meaning "valley." Therefore, the surname Percival likely originated as a nickname for someone who lived near or worked in a valley, or it could have been given to someone who was skilled with a spear or lance.
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The surname Percival is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Percival 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 Percival in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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