BORN

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

Born

Born is a surname of English and German origin. In England, the surname likely stems from a place name referring to a village named Born. The village name itself is derived from the Old English word "burna," meaning a spring or a stream.

Alternatively, in Germany, the surname "Born" may have originated as a toponymic name from various villages called "Born." The German word "Born" refers to a well or a source.

Over time, individuals with the surname Born have migrated to various regions, including the United States and other parts of the world. Notable bearers of the Born surname include individuals from diverse fields such as literature, music, science, and politics.

The surname Born continues to be present in contemporary society, with individuals proudly bearing this name as part of their heritage and identity.

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There are approximately 319 people named Born in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Born.

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
Derek
Graham
James
John
Matthew
Michael
Nicholas
Robert
Simon

Female

Astrid
Camilla
Caroline
Catherine
Delia
Elaine
Gloria
Kim
Maureen
Michelle
Rachel
Shirley
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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