PEARMAN

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Pearman

Pearman is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "pere", meaning pear tree, and "mann", meaning man.

The Pearman surname has ancient roots in England, with records dating back to the 12th century. The name was originally used to describe someone who lived near a prominent pear tree, or who worked in a pear orchard.

Over the centuries, the Pearman family has been associated with various regions across England, with notable concentrations in counties such as Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire.

Individuals with the surname Pearman have made significant contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, and business. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place in British genealogy and heritage.

Variants of the Pearman surname include Peerman, Perman, Pearmain, and Pereyman.

References:

Reaney, P.H., & Wilson, R.M. (2008). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 2,421 people named Pearman in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,596th most common surname in Britain. Around 37 in a million people in Britain are named Pearman.

Surname type: Occupational name

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
Anthony
Christopher
David
John
Mark
Michael
Richard
Robert
Thomas

Female

Alison
Catherine
Christine
Deborah
Emma
Georgina
Julie
Linda
Margaret
Maria
Nicola
Sarah
Susan

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