BANYARD
Banyard
Banyard is a surname of English origin that is primarily found in the United Kingdom. The name is classified as a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer likely hailed from a place named Banyard or Ban-yard. The etymology of the name suggests that it may have derived from Old English words such as "bann", meaning proclamation or place of proclamation, and "geard", meaning enclosure or yard.
The first recorded instance of the surname Banyard dates back to the early 14th century in Norfolk, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread across different regions in the UK, and individuals bearing the surname have made contributions to various fields including academia, the arts, business, and more.
As with many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Banyard may have evolved over time, leading to variations such as Banyarde, Banyart, and Banyerd. The crest associated with the surname typically features elements like a red lion and a shield, reflecting heraldic traditions.
Today, individuals with the surname Banyard can be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, continuing to carry forward the legacy of this longstanding English surname.
There are approximately 1,265 people named Banyard in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,147th most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Banyard.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- David
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Stuart
Female
- Caroline
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Hayley
- Helen
- Julie
- Karen
- Katherine
- Lisa
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey