About Peress
The surname Peress is of Jewish origin and is derived from the Hebrew personal name Perez, meaning "breach" or "burst forth." It is a biblical name that appears in the Book of Genesis, associated with the story of the twins Perez and Zerah. The surname Peress is often found among Jewish communities, particularly those of Sephardic or Ashkenazi descent, and may have variations in spelling such as Perez or Peretz.
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