CURR

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

Curr

The surname Curr is of English origin, and is believed to be locational, deriving from the hamlet of Curr in the county of Devon. The name may also have originated from the Old French word "curre", which means "runner" or "courier", indicating a person who worked in a fast-paced profession.

Early recordings of the surname Curr date back to the 16th century, where it is found in parish records and other archival documents in Devon and the surrounding areas. Variants of the name include Cur and Curre.

The Curr surname has spread throughout the United Kingdom and beyond through migration and family movements. Individuals bearing the surname have been notable in various fields, including literature, business, and politics.

Notable bearers of the surname include George Curr (1809-1850), a British explorer and pastoralist known for his contributions to the exploration of Australia, and Sally Curr, a contemporary British author renowned for her works on historical fiction.

The Curr surname continues to be present in modern England and is a testament to the rich history and diverse origins of British surnames.

There are approximately 520 people named Curr in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Curr.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Chris
Christopher
David
James
John
Martin
Neil
Nigel
Paul
Peter
Robert
Robin

Female

Elizabeth
Hannah
Helen
Jane
Karen
Lisa
Margaret
Mary
Sarah
Sharon

Similar and related surnames

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