What Is the Origin of the Name Peltz?
The surname Peltz has its origins in Northern Europe and was originally an occupational surname used by people who would tan or trade in animal skin and furs, according to the House of Names website.
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Origin
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The House of Names reports the name Peltz comes from the Latin word "pellis," which means skin or hide. There are various spellings of the name, including Pelter, Pelten and Pelzer.
Holland
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The Peltz name was first found in the North Holland region of the Netherlands, according to the House of Names. North Holland covers an area including Amsterdam, Haarlem and Hilversum.
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France
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According to the Coat of Arms Store website, the surname Peltz was taken around the world by French Huguenot exiles. These exiles took the name to the U.K. and the U.S.
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