DAWBARN
Dawbarn
Dawbarn is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the eastern counties of England. The name is believed to have originated from the Middle English period, with 'Daw' meaning 'jackdaw', a type of bird from the crow family, and 'barn' referring to a barn or a storage building. This combination suggests a possible occupation related to keeping or tending to birds or livestock.
The Dawbarn surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Dabern, Dawberne, and Dawborne. It is associated with families that have resided in Norfolk, Suffolk, and Cambridgeshire. The name may have been adopted due to a person's trade or profession, or based on a location such as a specific farm or barn.
Over time, individuals with the surname Dawbarn have been noted in various records, including census data, birth, marriage, and death certificates, as well as heraldic records. The distribution of the name indicates a concentration in the county of Norfolk, particularly in areas such as Norwich and King's Lynn.
The Dawbarn surname carries a sense of heritage linked to the rural landscapes of eastern England and reflects the historical livelihoods and communities of the region. Today, descendants of the Dawbarn family can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world due to migration and global connections. The name continues to be proudly borne by individuals who cherish their English ancestry and the traditions associated with the Dawbarn lineage.
There are approximately 114 people named Dawbarn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dawbarn.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Anthony
- Benjamin
- Ian
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- William
Female
- Ethel
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Julie
- Margaret
- Maria
- Rebecca
- Sara
- Victoria