DAR

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Dar

Dar is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The name is of locational origin, derived from the Old English word "dun," meaning a hill or rising ground, combined with the word "ar," meaning a place. The surname Dar thus signifies a person who lived near a hill or elevated area.

The Dar surname is found predominantly in regions of northern England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over the centuries, families bearing the surname spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and even abroad.

Throughout history, individuals with the surname Dar have been involved in various occupations and professions, contributing to a wide range of fields such as academia, business, the arts, and politics. The name has also been associated with notable figures in British history.

Today, the surname Dar continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and is a testament to the rich tapestry of British surnames and their diverse origins.

There are approximately 2,147 people named Dar in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,951st most common surname in Britain. Around 33 in a million people in Britain are named Dar.

Region of origin: Africa

Religion of origin: Muslim

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Abdul
Imran
Javed
Khalid
Mohammad
Mohammed
Muhammad
Nadeem
Shahid
Shahzad
Usman

Female

Abida
Aisha
Ayesha
Fatima
Muna
Nadia
Saira
Samina
Shazia
Yasmin
Yasmine
Zahida

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