About Pihl
The surname Pihl is of Scandinavian origin and is derived from the Old Norse word "píla," meaning "arrow." It is a topographic or occupational surname, typically given to someone who lived near or worked with arrows. The name may have been initially used to denote a skilled archer or a fletcher, someone who made or sold arrows. Over time, the surname Pihl has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a family name.
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The surname Pihl is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pihl 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 Pihl is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Pihl in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pihl using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.