About Poindexter
The surname Poindexter is of French origin and is derived from the Old French words "poing dextre," meaning "right fist." It was originally a nickname given to someone who was skilled or powerful with their right hand. Over time, it evolved into a surname and has been passed down through generations. Today, Poindexter is a relatively rare surname and is mainly found in the United States.
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The surname Poindexter is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Poindexter 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 Poindexter in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Poindexter using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.