What does the baby name Peale mean? Learn about what Peale means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.
Peale - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity
The etymology of the name 'Peale' can be traced back to Old English. The word 'pēol' evolved into 'pale' in Middle English, which referred to a fence made of wooden stakes. Over time, the spelling of the name changed to 'Peale', but its association with poles or stakes remained.
The name 'Peale' does not hold significant cultural or historical meaning. It is a surname that originated from a descriptive term related to a physical object, rather than having specific cultural connotations.