About Peretz
The surname Peretz is of Hebrew origin and is derived from the Hebrew word "peretz," meaning "breach" or "breakthrough." It is a biblical name that is associated with the story of the twins Perez and Zerah, who were born to Tamar and Judah. The name Peretz signifies strength, resilience, and the ability to overcome obstacles, reflecting the biblical story of Perez's birth, which involved a breach or breakthrough. As a surname, Peretz is commonly found among Jewish communities and may have been adopted by individuals whose ancestors demonstrated these qualities or experienced significant breakthroughs in their lives.
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The surname Peretz is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Peretz 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 Peretz in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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