About Trice
The surname Trice is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "tris," meaning "a bundle of sticks." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was thin or frail, or possibly someone who gathered or sold firewood. The name may also have originated as a metonymic occupational name for a thatcher, as bundles of sticks were used in thatching roofs. Overall, the surname Trice likely originated as a descriptive or occupational nickname in medieval England.
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The surname Trice is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Trice 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 Trice in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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