BROWING
Browing
Browing is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English name "Bruning," which means "son of Brun." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone with a dark complexion or hair, as "Brun" in Old English referred to the colour brown.
The Browing surname has been traced back to early medieval times, with records of its usage dating back to the 11th century in England. Over the centuries, the surname has evolved and diversified, with variations such as "Brauning" and "Bruning" appearing in historical documents.
Notable bearers of the Browing surname include renowned Victorian poet Elizabeth Barrett Browing, known for her romantic works such as "Sonnets from the Portuguese" and her marriage to fellow poet Robert Browing.
Today, the Browing surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom but can still be found in various regions across the country. As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation have emerged over time, contributing to the diverse linguistic landscape of British surnames.
There are approximately 18 people named Browing in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Browing.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Jonathan
- Matthew
Female
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