Peres

Peres is a surname of Jewish origin. It is a transliteration variant of Perez and is used by several individuals, notably Shimon Peres, an Israeli statesman. The name has appeared among Jews of various backgrounds, including Ashkenazi and Sephardi communities.

Shimon Peres (born Szymon Perski; 1923–2016) was an Israeli statesman who held a range of senior government positions, including prime minister and president. A veteran of the Israeli Labor movement, he contributed to the state's political and diplomatic development over several decades. He played a central role in the Oslo peace process and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1994 along with Yitzhak Rabin and Yasser Arafat for efforts to reach a peace agreement in the Middle East.

After serving as president from 2007 to 2014, Peres remained active in public life, promoting science, technology, and coexistence. He founded the Peres Center for Peace, an organization focused on promoting dialogue and cooperation between Israelis and Palestinians, youth education, and international cooperation. The surname Peres continues to appear in various cultures and contexts.