FRAINE
Fraine
Fraine is a surname of British origin that is believed to have Norman roots. The name is thought to have derived from the Old French word "fraine," which means "ash tree," indicating that ancestors of the Fraine family may have lived near ash trees or been associated with these trees in some way.
The surname Fraine is not as common as some other British surnames. Individuals with the surname Fraine are believed to have ancestral ties to regions in England, particularly in areas where ash trees were prevalent.
Like many surnames, the name Fraine may have undergone various spelling variations over the centuries, including Freyne, Frain, and Freine.
Individuals with the surname Fraine can be found in historical records, indicating a presence in British society over many generations. The name may also have spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and emigration patterns.
Today, the surname Fraine continues to be carried by individuals, contributing to the cultural and historical tapestry of Britain.
There are approximately 129 people named Fraine in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Fraine.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- John
- Joseph
- Kevin
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Carrie
- Debbie
- Denise
- Elsie
- Julie
- Lindsey
- Lorraine
- Natasha
- Nicola
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.