About Pernice
The surname Pernice is of Italian origin and is derived from the word "pernice," meaning "partridge" in Italian. It is a topographic or occupational surname, typically given to someone who lived or worked near an area where partridges were found or hunted. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who had characteristics associated with a partridge, such as agility or a quick temper. Overall, the surname Pernice is rooted in nature and likely originated from a connection to partridges.
The surname Pernice is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pernice based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Pernice is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Pernice in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pernice using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.