About Petaway
The surname Petaway is of English origin and is believed to be a variant spelling of the name Pettway. It is derived from the Old English word "pett," meaning a small enclosure or paddock, and "way," meaning a road or path. Therefore, the surname Petaway likely originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near or worked in a small enclosure or paddock.
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The surname Petaway is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Petaway 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 Petaway in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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