SHEARING

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Shearing

Shearing is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "sciran," meaning to cut or shear, and was likely used as an occupational surname for someone who worked as a shearer of wool or other materials.

Historically, the Shearing family can be found in various regions across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in counties such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Essex. The surname has undergone various spellings over the centuries, including Shearing, Shearman, and Sheerer.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Shearing include British jazz pianist Sir George Shearing (1919-2011), who gained international acclaim for his distinctive style of playing and compositions.

The Shearing surname serves as a reminder of the significant role that shearing and other textile-related skills played in the British economy and society throughout history. Today, the Shearing name continues to be passed down through generations, symbolising a connection to the rich heritage of British craftsmanship.

There are approximately 1,497 people named Shearing in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,355th most common surname in Britain. Around 23 in a million people in Britain are named Shearing.

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
David
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Richard
Robert
William

Female

Amanda
Caroline
Christine
Elizabeth
Emma
Hazel
Jane
Julie
Margaret
Patricia
Rebecca
Susan
Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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