About Peyser
The surname Peyser is of Ashkenazi Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "peyse," meaning "pea." It is believed to have been an occupational name for a pea merchant or someone involved in the cultivation or sale of peas. The name may also have been given to someone who had a physical characteristic resembling a pea or who lived near a place associated with peas.
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The surname Peyser is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Peyser 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 Peyser in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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