FARRON

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Farron

Farron is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old French word "farron," meaning ironworker or blacksmith. The surname Farron is classified as being of occupational origin, indicative of an ancestor who worked with iron or metal in some capacity.

History:

The Farron surname is most commonly found in the northern counties of England, such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Cumbria, where the blacksmithing trade was prevalent during medieval times. The first recorded instance of the surname dates back to the early 14th century in the county of Yorkshire.

Notable Bearers:

David Farron (1902-1988): Renowned blacksmith and metalworker known for his intricate ironwork designs.
Sarah Farron: Leading figure in the contemporary metal sculpture movement of the late 20th century.

Variants:

Variants of the Farron surname include Farran, Faron, and Ferron.

References:

Reaney, P. H., Wilson, R. M., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A dictionary of English surnames.
Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford dictionary of family names in Britain and Ireland.

The Farron surname continues to be borne by individuals worldwide, reflecting a lineage rooted in the skilled craftsmanship of ironworking and metalworking.

There are approximately 193 people named Farron in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Farron.

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

Andrew
Clive
David
Gary
James
John
Keith
Mark
Paul
Robert
Simon
Stephen

Female

Cheryl
Gillian
Hannah
Irene
Jacqueline
Joanne
Lisa
Mandy
Mary
Nicola
Sandra
Sarah
Victoria

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