About Pharis
The surname Pharis is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "pharise," meaning "Pharisee." The name was likely originally given as a nickname to someone who was perceived as being hypocritical or self-righteous. It may also have been used as a derogatory term for someone who was overly religious or strict in their observance of religious practices. Over time, the surname Pharis became hereditary and passed down through generations.
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The surname Pharis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pharis 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 Pharis is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Pharis in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pharis using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.