Last Name Pajer

The last name "Pajer" is of Hungarian origin. It is believed to be derived from the word "pajor," which means shepherd in Hungarian. This last name likely began as a occupational name for someone who worked as a shepherd or in a related profession.

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The meaning and origin of the last name Pajer

The surname Pajer is of Slovenian origin and is derived from the personal name Peter, which is equivalent to the English name Peter. This surname is patronymic in nature, meaning it was originally derived from the father's name. The name Peter itself is of Greek origin, derived from the word "petros" meaning rock. It is a common surname in Slovenia and may also be found in neighboring countries such as Croatia and Austria. The variations of this surname include Pajir and Pajerl.

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