HAIRSINE
Hairsine
Hairsine is a British surname of Scottish origin. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Eiríkr," meaning "eternal ruler," combined with the suffix "-son," denoting "son of Eiríkr." Over time, this name evolved into Hairsine as a patronymic surname.
The Hairsine surname is most commonly found in Scotland and parts of northern England. The name has historical roots dating back to the medieval period, indicating a lineage of individuals associated with the name.
Individuals bearing the surname Hairsine have made contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, and government. The name has been passed down through generations, forming a distinctive part of British family history.
Today, the surname Hairsine continues to be present in contemporary British society, with descendants of the name dispersed across the country and beyond. The Hairsine name serves as a link to ancestral heritage and a reminder of the enduring legacy of the individuals who have borne it over the centuries.
There are approximately 328 people named Hairsine in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Hairsine.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- David
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Shaun
- William
Female
- Carolyn
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Janet
- Joan
- Katherine
- Margaret
- Moira
- Patricia
- Susan