About Pestana
The surname Pestana is of Portuguese origin and is derived from the word "pestanha," meaning "eyelash" in Portuguese. It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone with long or prominent eyelashes. Surnames often developed from personal characteristics or traits, and Pestana is one such example. Today, individuals with the surname Pestana can be found in various parts of the world, particularly in Portuguese-speaking countries.
The surname Pestana is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pestana 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 Pestana is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Pestana in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pestana using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.