Shearn

Shearn is a British surname of Scottish and Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "scirn," meaning a bright or open space, and is believed to have been used to describe someone who lived in or near an open area or clearing. Variants of the surname include Shearn, Shearne, and Shern.

The Shearn surname is most commonly found in Scotland and England, particularly in the regions of Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Aberdeenshire. Throughout history, individuals with the surname Shearn have been involved in various occupations, such as farmers, tradesmen, and merchants.

Notable individuals with the Shearn surname include John Shearn, a prominent 19th-century merchant in London, and Mary Shearn, an acclaimed Scottish poet and writer.

The Shearn surname is considered to be relatively uncommon but has a rich history and heritage that is intertwined with the cultural fabric of Britain.

There are approximately 621 people named Shearn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Shearn.

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
  • Christopher
  • Colin
  • David
  • Ian
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Roger
  • Thomas

Female

  • Diane
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Gillian
  • Helen
  • Janet
  • Julie
  • Katie
  • Rebecca
  • Roberta
  • Samantha
  • Victoria
  • Wendy

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