About Pettit
The surname Pettit is of French origin and is derived from the word "petit," meaning "small" or "little" in English. It was originally used as a nickname for someone who was small in stature or had a diminutive personality. Over time, the name evolved into a surname and has been passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Pettit can be found in various parts of the world, particularly in English-speaking countries.
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The surname Pettit is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pettit 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 Pettit is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Pettit in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pettit using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.