Information on the last name "Pinex"?

Question

I met someone today with the last name Pinex. I was intrigued, but when I asked what it was derivative of, they didn't have a clue...lol... I couldn't find anything either in my search ... Does anyone have any insight on the history or meaning???

Answer 1

It's my Grandfather's name and my Mother's maiden name (of course) I am also trying to trace the roots of it. We are of African descent so I guess we are carrying on the enslaved African owner's name...would be nice to know my real name though;(