RAYNES

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Raynes

Raynes is an English surname of occupational origin. It derives from the Old English word "raen", meaning "strip of land" or "path", and may have been used to describe someone who lived near such a feature or worked on a strip of land.

The surname Raynes is primarily found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Kent and Sussex. Variations of the name include Reynes and Raines.

Notable individuals with the surname Raynes include:

Sir Richard Raynes, a 17th-century English politician known for his contributions to public service.
Emma Raynes, a contemporary British artist specialising in abstract landscapes.

The Raynes family name is associated with qualities of perseverance, dedication, and a strong work ethic, reflecting the values traditionally ascribed to people in occupations related to land or path maintenance in English history.

There are approximately 828 people named Raynes in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,553rd most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Raynes.

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
Christopher
David
John
Jonathan
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Simon
Steven
Timothy

Female

Angela
Claire
Emma
Jane
Jennifer
Joan
Joanne
Juliet
Karen
Lisa
Margaret
Sarah
Tanya

Similar and related surnames

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