SCARR

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Scarr

The surname Scarr is of English origin and is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Skari" which means "cormorant", a type of seabird. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who bore a resemblance to a cormorant, or who lived in an area where these seabirds were prevalent.

The surname Scarr is recorded in historical documents dating back to the 12th century in Yorkshire, England. Variants of the name can be found in spellings such as Scarre, Scaur, and Skarr.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Scarr have been found in various regions of England, with significant concentrations in Yorkshire and other northern counties. The name has had a presence in different walks of life, from agricultural workers to merchants and clergy.

Notable individuals with the surname Scarr include John Scarr, a prominent agricultural innovator in the 19th century, known for his work on developing new farming techniques.

The name Scarr continues to be borne by individuals around the world, often with a sense of pride in their English heritage and connection to their ancestors.

There are approximately 1,170 people named Scarr in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,537th most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Scarr.

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
Christopher
David
Ian
James
John
Martin
Michael
Nigel
Richard
Thomas
William

Female

Anne
Caroline
Christine
Donna
Elizabeth
Emma
Helen
Janet
Joanne
Margaret
Michele
Nicola
Samantha
Sarah

Similar and related surnames

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