Aird

Aird is a surname of Scottish origin, primarily found in the northern regions of Scotland. The name Aird is believed to be derived from the Old English word "ord," meaning "point" or "promontory." This suggests that the surname may have originally referred to someone who lived near a prominent piece of land.

The Aird surname is relatively uncommon, with most individuals bearing it having ancestral ties to Scotland. Over the centuries, the Aird family name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond due to migration and emigration.

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The Aird surname is part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the diverse history and heritage of the British Isles.

There are approximately 2,468 people named Aird in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,548th most common surname in Britain. Around 38 in a million people in Britain are named Aird.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Alexander
  • Andrew
  • David
  • George
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Robert
  • William

Female

  • Carolyn
  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth
  • Gillian
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Jennifer
  • Joanna
  • Julie
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Melanie
  • Sarah
  • Shona

Similar and related surnames

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