BURNSIDE
Burnside
Burnside is a surname of Scottish origin that likely dates back to medieval times. The name is believed to have originated from a place name, specifically from the Old English words "burn" meaning "stream" and "side" meaning "hillside".
Distribution: The Burnside surname is found predominantly in Scotland and northern England, particularly in the counties of Northumberland, Durham, and Cumbria. Over time, some individuals bearing the surname have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and even overseas, contributing to a wider distribution of the name.
Notable Individuals:
- Helen Burnside (1834–1903): A British music educator and pianist known for her contributions to music education and for her performances across Europe.
- Greg Burnside (b. 1975): A contemporary Scottish artist known for his abstract paintings that explore themes of nature and landscape.
Variants: Variants of the Burnside surname include "Burnsides" and "Burnsdie". Over the centuries, spelling variations have arisen due to differences in dialects and the transition from oral to written records.
Coat of Arms: The Burnside family may have its own coat of arms, which typically includes heraldic symbols representing the family's origins, achievements, or status. However, as with many surnames, the use of coats of arms is not necessarily exclusive to a single family.
Legacy: The Burnside surname carries with it a sense of Scottish heritage and a connection to the landscape from which it originated. Many individuals with this surname have made notable contributions in various fields, adding to the rich tapestry of British history and culture.
There are approximately 2,303 people named Burnside in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,743rd most common surname in Britain. Around 35 in a million people in Britain are named Burnside.
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
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Alison
- Carole
- Della
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gillian
- Jane
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Sarah
- Susan