About Pirie
The surname Pirie is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old French word "pilier," meaning "pillar" or "support." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was strong, dependable, or supportive. The name may have also been used to refer to someone who lived near a prominent pillar or column. Over time, the surname Pirie has evolved and variations such as Piri, Pire, and Pyrie have emerged.
The surname Pirie is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pirie 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 Pirie is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Pirie in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pirie using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.