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Ervine
Ervine is a surname of Scottish origin that can also be found in Northern Ireland. The name is derived from the Old English personal name 'Eoforwine', which combines the elements 'eofor' (boar) and 'wine' (friend). Over time, the name evolved into Ervine.
The Ervine surname is most commonly associated with Scotland, particularly in the Border region and the Scottish Lowlands. It is believed that the Ervine family has ancient roots in these areas, with historical records showing the presence of Ervines in local communities.
Notable individuals with the surname Ervine include David Ervine, a prominent political figure in Northern Ireland, and Sean Ervine, a Zimbabwean cricketer with Scottish heritage. The surname has also been connected to various other fields, such as business, academia, and the arts.
Today, the surname Ervine continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its Scottish heritage and historical significance.
There are approximately 184 people named Ervine in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Ervine.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Samuel
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Agnes
- Ann
- Caroline
- Cindy
- Denise
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Katherine
- Margaret
- Martha
- Pamela
- Sarah
- Susan