OSBOURN
Osbourn
Osbourn is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name Osbeorn, meaning "god bear." The surname is classified as a patronymic name, indicating descent from an ancestor named Osbeorn.
The Osbourn surname has been found predominantly in England, particularly in regions such as Yorkshire and the West Midlands. The name has undergone various spelling variations over the years, including Osborn, Osbourne, Osborne, and Osburn.
Notably, the surname Osbourn has historical links to notable figures such as the early-17th-century English explorer Bartholomew Gosnold, whose mother's maiden name was Osbourn.
Throughout British history, individuals bearing the Osbourn surname have been associated with a variety of professions and endeavours, reflecting the diverse pursuits of families carrying the name.
In contemporary times, Osbourn remains a relatively uncommon surname, but its rich history and connection to British heritage continue to be of significance to those who bear the name.
There are approximately 382 people named Osbourn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Osbourn.
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
- David
- Edward
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Simon
- Thomas
Female
- Caroline
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Janet
- Janice
- Jayne
- Jean
- Katherine
- Marietta
- Michele
- Michelle
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Victoria
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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