DEARLOVE
Also recorded as Dear Love
Dearlove
Dearlove is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "deorlufu", which means "dear friend" or "beloved". The surname is a patronymic name, denoting the son of someone named Dearlove.
The Dearlove surname is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, with a concentration in the counties of Essex and Kent. The name has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Dereleof (13th century) and Dearelove (16th century).
Individuals bearing the surname Dearlove have been noted in various historical records, including census data, parish registers, and military records. The name has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds and occupations, reflecting the historical migration patterns of the English population.
Over the centuries, the Dearlove surname may have undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation, leading to the development of different branches of the family. Today, individuals with the surname Dearlove can be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
The Dearlove surname carries a sense of kinship and affection, reflecting its original meaning of "dear friend". It remains a significant part of British surname history, contributing to the rich tapestry of names that reflect the country's heritage and ancestry.
There are approximately 1,131 people named Dearlove in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,709th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Dearlove.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Colin
- David
- Ed
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Norman
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Terry
Female
- Amy
- Angela
- Barbara
- Beverley
- Catherine
- Claire
- Emma
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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