MAUN

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Maun

Maun is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "mawan," meaning to mow or mow down. The name likely originated as an occupational surname for a mower or reaper of grass or crops.

The Maun surname is primarily found in the East Midlands region of England, particularly in Nottinghamshire. It is considered a relatively rare surname, with only a small number of bearers documented in historical records.

Individuals bearing the surname Maun may have family roots in the rural agricultural communities of medieval England, reflecting the importance of farming and land cultivation in the country's history.

Variants of the Maun surname may include Mauns, Mawn, or Maune, each representing different historical spellings and regional dialects.

Notable individuals with the surname Maun are limited, but the name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a connection to England's agrarian past.

References:

Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames.

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There are approximately 223 people named Maun in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Maun.

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

Colin
Dave
David
Edward
Graham
Ian
James
Peter
Richard
Roy
Stephen
Steven
Stuart

Female

Ailsa
Ann
Catherine
Emma
Gemma
Georgina
Hannah
Johanna
Karen
Katie
Lisa
Rebecca
Sandra
Sarah
Susan

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