DENNARD

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Dennard

Dennard is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, predominantly found in England and Scotland. The history of the Dennard surname dates back to the medieval period, deriving from the Old English personal name "Denn", meaning 'valley,' and the suffix "-ard," indicating 'son of.' This would suggest that the name originally denoted someone who lived near or in a valley.

The first recorded instance of the surname Dennard was in the 13th century in England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over time, various branches of the Dennard family spread across different regions of the British Isles, with significant concentrations in Scotland and Ireland.

The Dennard surname has continued to be passed down through generations, reflecting the legacy of the early bearers of the name. Today, individuals bearing the surname Dennard can be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to a diverse and widespread family history.

There are approximately 182 people named Dennard in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Dennard.

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
Derek
Graeme
Julian
Mark
Michael
Richard
Robert
Stephen
Steven
William

Female

Ann
Catherine
Diane
Elaine
Emma
Jane
Lisa
Lucy
May
Samantha
Simone
Thelma
Veronique
Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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