Peretz

Peretz is a British surname of Jewish origin, derived from the Hebrew name "Peretz" which means "breach" or "breakthrough." The name is believed to have been brought to Britain by Jewish immigrants, particularly those from Eastern Europe, where it is a common surname among Ashkenazi Jews.

The Peretz surname may be associated with individuals who are descendants of the biblical figure Perez, a son of Judah and Tamar. In Jewish tradition, Perez is considered an ancestor of King David, making the name significant in Jewish genealogy.

Individuals bearing the surname Peretz have likely established themselves in various professions and fields in Britain, contributing to the diversity of the country's cultural and social fabric.

The prevalence of the Peretz surname in British society reflects the rich history of Jewish migration to the United Kingdom and the enduring influence of Jewish culture and traditions in the country.

There are approximately 47 people named Peretz in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Peretz.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Italy

Language of origin: Italian

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Eric
  • George
  • Ilan
  • Noam
  • Osher

Female

  • Esther
  • Fitri
  • Gillian
  • Hanna

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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