HARBRON
Harbron
Harbron is a British surname that has its origins in the Old English language. The name is believed to be locational, deriving from the words 'har' meaning grey and 'burna' meaning stream, indicating someone who lived near a grey stream or river.
The first record of the Harbron surname dates back to the early 13th century in the region of Yorkshire, England. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have been found in various counties across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in areas such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Derbyshire.
The Harbron family has been associated with a variety of occupations, including agricultural workers, tradespeople, and craftsmen. The surname has also spread to other English-speaking countries, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, through migration and settlement.
Notable individuals bearing the Harbron surname have made contributions to various fields, including arts, literature, and business. The name continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 547 people named Harbron in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Harbron.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Nigel
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Roland
- Stephen
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Jean
- Joanne
- Lisa
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Victoria