Eastburn

Eastburn is a surname of English origin, derived from Old English words "east," meaning east, and "burna," meaning stream. The name is primarily found in Yorkshire, where the Eastburn village is located in the district of Craven.

The Eastburn surname is believed to have originated as a locational surname, indicating that the bearer was from or resided near the Eastburn village or a place named Eastburn. Variations of the surname include Estburn and Estburne.

Individuals with the surname Eastburn have been documented in historical records, particularly in Yorkshire and surrounding areas. The name may be associated with families who have lived in the region for generations and contributed to the local community.

As with many surnames, the significance and history of the Eastburn name may vary among different branches of the family. Research into genealogy and local history can provide further insights into the specific origins and experiences of individuals bearing the Eastburn surname.

Overall, the Eastburn surname is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the ancestral connections and geographical roots of families in the Yorkshire region.

There are approximately 170 people named Eastburn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Eastburn.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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

  • Alan
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Malcolm
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Phillip
  • Robert
  • Steven

Female

  • Betty
  • Catherine
  • Cheryl
  • Deidre
  • Elizabeth
  • Judith
  • Lisa
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Patricia
  • Sandra
  • Sara
  • Sarah
  • Susanna

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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