Pejov

Pejov is a surname of Slavic origin, commonly found in Eastern Europe, particularly in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The name is believed to be a diminutive or patronymic form derived from the given name Petr, which is the Slavic equivalent of Peter. As such, Pejov likely signifies "son of Petr" or "belonging to Petr."

The distribution of the surname Pejov is concentrated in regions with historical Slavic populations. Genealogical records and surname databases indicate a higher prevalence in areas where the Czech and Slovak languages have traditionally been spoken. Over time, migration patterns have led to the presence of individuals with the Pejov surname in other parts of the world, including North America and Western Europe.

Variations of the surname may exist due to historical transcription practices, regional dialects, and assimilation into different linguistic environments. However, the core etymological root connected to the name Peter remains consistent. Research into the specific history of a Pejov family would typically involve tracing lineage through civil and church records in their ancestral regions. The surname itself does not carry any inherent meaning beyond its patronymic origin.