About Poovey
The surname Poovey is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "pofa" or "pufe," meaning "puff" or "blow." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone with a round or puffed-up face. Over time, the name evolved into Poovey. Surnames like Poovey often originated as descriptive or occupational names, reflecting physical attributes or the individual's profession.
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The surname Poovey is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Poovey 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 Poovey is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Poovey in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Poovey using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.