PEIRCE

Meaning

Son of Pierce, derived from the personal name Peter.

Etymology

Derived from the Old French 'Pierre' and Latin 'Petrus,' meaning 'stone,' combined with the patronymic suffix. The name became established in England following the Norman Conquest.

About the PEIRCE Surname

A patronymic surname derived from the personal name Peter, with various spelling conventions reflecting historical orthographic practices. The name has been established in England since medieval times.

Distribution

Found throughout England and English-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

Charles Sanders Peirce (American philosopher and logician)

People with the PEIRCE Surname