BYRES

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Byres

Byres is a Scottish and northern English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "bir" which means "at the byres" referring to a cowshed or byre, and was typically given to those who lived or worked near one.

The Byres family has a long history in Scotland, with records dating back to the 12th century. The surname has been recorded in various spellings over the centuries, including Byers, Byre, and Byrres.

Notable bearers of the Byres surname include Sir John Byres of Coates (1540-1599), a Scottish landowner, and architect who designed and built Byres House in East Lothian, Scotland. The Byres family has been associated with various landholdings and estates in different parts of Scotland over the centuries.

Today, the Byres surname continues to be found in Scotland and England, as well as in other parts of the world where individuals of Scottish or English descent have settled. The name retains its connection to rural life and agriculture, reflecting its origins in medieval times.

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There are approximately 232 people named Byres in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Byres.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Barry
David
James
Kevin
Liam
Michael
Robert
Stephen
William

Female

Alexandra
Emma
Fiona
Helen
Jennifer
Joan
Muriel
Nicola
Patricia
Sarah

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