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Pearce

Pearce (name) means an English and Welsh surname, a variant of Pierce, meaning "son of Piers". Example: “Pearce is a common surname in Wales and southwest England.”

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An English and Welsh surname, a variant of Pierce, meaning "son of Piers".
"Pearce is a common surname in Wales and southwest England."

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Etymology

From Piers, the medieval vernacular form of Peter.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Pearce” mean?

The word “Pearce” means an English and Welsh surname, a variant of Pierce, meaning "son of Piers".

How do you use “Pearce” in a sentence?

Here is “Pearce” used in a sentence: “Pearce is a common surname in Wales and southwest England.”

What part of speech is “Pearce”?

“Pearce” is a name.

Is “Pearce” a common word?

“Pearce” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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