About Prate
The surname Prate is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "prate," meaning to chatter or talk excessively. It is likely that the name was originally given as a nickname to someone who was known for being talkative or gossipy. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, passed down through generations.
The surname Prate is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Prate 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 Prate in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Prate using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.