DUNS
Duns
Duns is a surname of Scottish origin that can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom. The name is believed to be locational, deriving from the town of Duns in Berwickshire, Scotland. The town itself is thought to have received its name from the ancient Celtic word "dun," meaning hill.
Historically, individuals bearing the surname Duns have been identified in records across Scotland, England, and beyond. The name may have been adopted by families who resided near or had some association with the town of Duns. Over time, the surname has spread to different regions due to migration and family movements.
Notable individuals with the surname Duns include academics, professionals, and others who have made contributions in various fields. As with many surnames, the lineage of those bearing the name can often be traced through family records, genealogical research, and historical archives.
The surname Duns continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its Scottish origins and the town from which it likely took its name.
Typical given names associated with the Duns surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Charles
- David
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Raymond
- Robin
Female
- Claire
- Danielle
- Emma
- Janis
- Kerry
- Lillie
- Margaret
- Rhoda
- Rosemary
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 138 people named Duns in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Duns.
Famous people named Duns
- Jeremy Duns - Journalist and author
- Len Duns - Football player (1916 to 1989)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.