PYBURN
Pyburn
Pyburn is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the North East of England. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English words "pytt" meaning pit or hollow, and "burna" meaning stream. This suggests that the name may have been given to someone living near a pit or stream.
The Pyburn name can be traced back to medieval times, and the first recorded instance of the surname was in County Durham in the 13th century. Over the centuries, families bearing the Pyburn name spread to other parts of England, such as Northumberland and Yorkshire.
Throughout history, individuals with the surname Pyburn have been involved in various occupations and professions, including farming, mining, and trade. The name has also seen different spellings over the years, such as Peibern, Peiburn, and Piburn.
Today, the Pyburn surname is relatively rare, but individuals with this name can still be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. The enduring presence of the Pyburn surname serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of English surnames and their historical significance.
There are approximately 146 people named Pyburn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Pyburn.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Carl
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- Douglas
- Gerard
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Ross
- Shaun
- Steven
- Sunny
Female
- Anna
- Charlotte
- Diane
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Erika
- Gillian
- Jane
- Joanne
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Nancy
- Rachel
- Siobhan