PREVEZER
Prevezer
Prevezer is a surname of Sephardic Jewish origin, believed to have its roots in the Iberian Peninsula before the Jewish expulsion in the late 15th century. The surname is relatively rare, with most individuals bearing it concentrated in Sephardic Jewish communities.
The Prevezer surname is particularly associated with Jewish communities in England, especially in the cities of London and Manchester. Individuals with this surname have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, business, and the arts.
The origin of the name "Prevezer" is thought to be derived from the town of Préveza in northwestern Greece. It is believed that Jewish families who settled in this region adopted the town's name as their own surname, a common practice among Jewish communities throughout history.
Today, individuals with the surname Prevezer can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, maintaining a connection to their Sephardic Jewish heritage. The name serves as a reminder of the rich cultural and historical legacy of the Sephardic Jewish community in Britain.
There are approximately 66 people named Prevezer in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Prevezer.