About Pilate
The surname Pilate is of biblical origin and is derived from the Latin name "Pilatus," meaning "armed with a javelin." It is most famously associated with Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor of Judea who presided over the trial and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The surname Pilate is relatively rare and is primarily found among individuals of French or Swiss descent.
The surname Pilate is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pilate 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 Pilate is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Pilate in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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