The surname "Baluarte" is believed to have originated from the Spanish and Portuguese word meaning "fortress" or "stronghold." It is likely that this surname was originally used to identify individuals who lived near or worked in a fortress or fortified structure. The surname "Peter" is of English origin and is derived from the Greek name "Πέτρος" (Petros) meaning "rock" or "stone." It is often used as a given name but can also be found as a surname, indicating descent from someone with the given name Peter.
