Estes - Last Names

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Estes

/ˈɛstəz/

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Moderate

Meaning

Son of Este or Ethan

Represents lineage and familial continuity, emphasizing ancestral identity and heritage.

Symbolism

Embodies connection to family roots and the transmission of legacy across generations.

Etymology: Derived from the medieval given name 'Este', a diminutive of 'Eustace' or possibly 'Ethan', combined with the patronymic suffix '-s' meaning 'son of'. The name evolved in England during the Middle Ages and became hereditary as a surname.

Style & Origin

traditional

english

Cultural Background

Originating in England, Estes is an Anglo-Saxon patronymic surname with longstanding presence in Bri

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