There are
469
Pondexters in the USA
Pondexter is the
45569th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Pondexter

NellieMae

Nellie Mae Rowe was an American folk artist known for her colorful and imaginative drawings and sculptures.

CliffPondexter

Cliff Pondexter is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA from 1974 to 1980.

QuincyPondexter

Quincy Pondexter is a professional basketball player who has played in the NBA since 2010.

TinaPondexter-Moore

Tina Pondexter-Moore is a retired professional basketball player who played in the WNBA from 1997 to 2002.

ConniePondexter

Connie Pondexter is a former professional basketball player who played in the WNBA from 1997 to 1998.

JamesPondexter

James Pondexter is a jazz musician known for his saxophone playing.

SharonPondexter

Sharon Pondexter is a professional basketball player who has played in the WNBA since 2019.

RonPondexter

Ron Pondexter is a former professional basketball player who played in the ABA and NBA from 1971 to 1978.

VincePondexter

Vince Pondexter is a former professional basketball player who played in the ABA from 1967 to 1968.

WillPondexter

Will Pondexter is a jazz musician known for his trumpet playing.

Pondexter Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Pondexter is of English origin. It is derived from the Middle English word 'pond', which means 'pond' or 'pool', and the word 'dexter', which means 'right' or 'skillful'. The name likely referred to someone who lived near a pond or was skilled in some way.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Pondexter is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the southern states such as Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama. There are also smaller concentrations of the name in California, Texas, and Illinois.
VariationsVariations of the surname Pondexter include 'Pondexter' and 'Ponder'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name Pondexter is primarily associated with African American communities in the United States. It likely originated during the period of slavery when enslaved people were given surnames by their owners. The surname may have also been adopted by some individuals through marriage or other means.