SCARBOROUGH

Scarborough

Origin and Etymology

Scarborough is a surname of English origin, derived from the town of Scarborough in North Yorkshire, England. The town's name is believed to have originated from Old Norse, with 'Skarði' meaning a "notch" or "gap", and 'borg' which means "fortress" or "stronghold".

History and Distribution

The Scarborough surname is most commonly found in the northern counties of England, particularly in Yorkshire where the town of Scarborough is located. The name is believed to have been adopted by families who resided in or near Scarborough, or those who moved from the town to other parts of the country.

Notable Bearers

• Charles Scarborough (1675–1742): An English mathematician and physician known for his work in mathematics, particularly on what is now known as "Taylor's theorem".

• Dorothy L. Scarborough (1878–1935): An American author and editor, although not British, she bore the Scarborough surname and is known for her contributions to Southern literature.

Variants

Variants of the Scarborough surname may include Scarbrough, Scarburgh, and Scarboro among others.

Modern Usage

The Scarborough surname continues to be in use today, with individuals around the world tracing their ancestry back to families with this surname. It is a name that reflects the heritage of the historic town of Scarborough and its surrounding areas in England.

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
• David
• James
• John
• Mark
• Michael
• Paul
• Richard
• Robert

Female

• Angela
• Charlotte
• Christine
• Claire
• Elizabeth
• Jane
• Julie
• Karen
• Kathleen
• Margaret
• Mary
• Rachel
• Sarah
• Susan
• Tracy

Similar and related surnames

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