About Portie
The surname Portie is of French origin and is derived from the word "portier," meaning "porter" or "gatekeeper." It is an occupational surname that was given to individuals who worked as gatekeepers or doorkeepers. The name may have been originally bestowed upon someone who held such a position in a castle, mansion, or other important establishment. Over time, the surname Portie has likely evolved and been passed down through generations, losing its original occupational connotation.
The surname Portie is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Portie 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 Portie is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Portie in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Portie using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.