BARNARD

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Barnard

The surname Barnard is of Norman origin, derived from the Old French name "Bernard", which itself comes from the Germanic elements "ber", meaning bear, and "hard", meaning brave or strong. The name was introduced to England after the Norman Conquest of 1066 and quickly became established as a popular surname.

The Barnard surname is concentrated mainly in the eastern counties of England, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk. Over time, the name has spread throughout the United Kingdom and can be found in various regions today.

Famous bearers of the surname Barnard include Sir Frederick Augustus Barnard, an English educator and scholar who became the President of Columbia College in the United States in the 19th century. Another notable figure is Sir Henry Barnard, an English judge who served on the High Court of Justice.

The Barnard surname continues to be passed down through generations, with many individuals proudly bearing the name and contributing to various fields and professions.

There are approximately 13,729 people named Barnard in the UK. That makes it the 652nd most common surname in Britain. Around 211 in a million people in Britain are named Barnard.

Surname type: From given name or forename

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Robert
Stephen

Female

Elizabeth
Emma
Helen
Julie
Linda
Margaret
Mary
Nicola
Patricia
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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