CHANNER

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Channer

Channer is an English surname of occupational origin. The name is derived from the Old French word "chandeler," which means candle maker or candle seller. The surname Channer was likely used to denote individuals who were involved in the making or selling of candles.

The Channer surname has been found in various parts of England, with concentrations in regions such as Sussex, Kent, and Surrey. Over time, individuals with the surname Channer have migrated to other parts of the country and beyond, leading to its presence in different nations.

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Today, the surname Channer continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, connecting them to a shared historical heritage linked to the candle-making trade.

There are approximately 871 people named Channer in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,215th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Channer.

Surname type: Occupational name

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

Anthony
Brian
Christopher
Colin
Daniel
David
John
Mark
Michael
Nicholas
Paul
Richard
Russell
Stephen

Female

Belinda
Helen
Jennifer
Josephine
Julie
Linda
Lorraine
Marie
Nicola
Rachel
Samantha
Sandra
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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