During

The surname During is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "dure," meaning door or gate. The name may have been adopted by someone who lived near a gate or doorway.

Historically, families bearing the surname During hailed from various regions across England, with records dating back to medieval times. Over the centuries, the name has been spelt in various ways, including Duren, Durn, and Durrant.

Notable individuals with the surname During have made significant contributions in various fields, including academia, the arts, and public service. The name continues to be found amongst diverse communities in the United Kingdom and around the world, reflecting the enduring legacy of this English surname.

There are approximately 164 people named During in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named During.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Arthur
  • Cecil
  • David
  • Desmond
  • Donald
  • Edward
  • George
  • Joseph
  • Kenneth
  • Vinnie

Female

  • Alice
  • Andrea
  • Claudette
  • Doreen
  • Kathleen
  • Nadia
  • Rhona
  • Rosamund
  • Suad
  • Violet

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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