Nabarro

Nabarro is a British surname with Jewish origins. The surname is believed to have originated from the Sephardic Jewish community of Spain, with the name being derived from 'Navarro', a region in northern Spain known for its rich Jewish heritage.

The Nabarro surname found its way to the United Kingdom during the Sephardic diaspora of the late Middle Ages and early modern period, as Jewish communities moved across Europe to escape persecution. In the UK, the name became anglicised to 'Nabarro', reflecting the assimilation and adaptation of the Sephardic Jews into British society.

The Nabarro surname is relatively uncommon, with a small but notable presence in British society. Individuals bearing the Nabarro surname have made contributions in various fields, including law, medicine, and academia. Notably, Sir Michael Nabarro was a distinguished British physician known for his pioneering work in endocrinology.

Overall, the Nabarro surname represents a connection to a rich Sephardic Jewish heritage and a testament to the resilience and adaptability of Jewish communities in the face of historical challenges.

There are approximately 196 people named Nabarro in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Nabarro.

Religion of origin: Jewish

Language of origin: Hebrew

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adrian
  • Benjamin
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Jeremy
  • Kevin
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Anna
  • Annabelle
  • Cheryl
  • Dinah
  • Elizabeth
  • Gloria
  • Helen
  • Jeanette
  • Joan
  • Kayleigh
  • Melanie
  • Valerie

Similar and related surnames

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