Frary

Origin and Meaning: Frary is an English surname of locational origin. It is derived from the Old English word faran meaning "to travel" or "to journey," indicating that the original bearers of the surname may have been travellers or pilgrims.

History: The surname Frary is believed to have originated in East Anglia, England, where it has been recorded since at least the 14th century. The earliest known recording of the name dates back to the 13th century in Norfolk, East Anglia.

Distribution: The Frary surname is relatively rare compared to some other British surnames. It is most commonly found in East Anglia, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk, where the name has historical roots. However, bearers of the surname can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

Notable Individuals: One notable individual with the surname Frary is James Frary (1798–1862), an English clergyman and author known for his works on religious and philosophical subjects.

Variants: Variants of the surname Frary include Frarey, Frearie, and Farey.

References:

  1. Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
  2. Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 598 people named Frary in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Frary.

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
  • Chad
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Stephen
  • Thomas

Female

  • Alison
  • Amy
  • Angela
  • Caroline
  • Dawn
  • Emma
  • Gemma
  • Gillian
  • Helen
  • Jessica
  • Lesley
  • Louise
  • Samantha
  • Susan

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