STIRZAKER
Stirzaker
Stirzaker is a surname of British origin, primarily found in the North West of England. The name Stirzaker is of Old Norse origin, derived from the Norse personal name 'Styrkr' combined with the Old English word 'ācere', meaning "oak tree". The name suggests a connection to a person who lived near an oak tree or oak forest in ancient times.
The Stirzaker surname is relatively uncommon and is typically associated with Lancashire and the surrounding regions. The name has strong roots in the local history and culture of Lancashire, where families bearing the Stirzaker surname have resided for generations.
Individuals with the surname Stirzaker have made contributions to various fields, including academia, business, and the arts. The surname represents a unique piece of British heritage, reflecting the blending of Norse and Old English influences in the cultural tapestry of the North West.
Today, individuals with the surname Stirzaker can be found across the UK and in other parts of the world, carrying forward the legacy of this distinctive British name.
There are approximately 792 people named Stirzaker in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,846th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Stirzaker.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Bernard
- Charles
- David
- Evan
- Ian
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Robert
- Tony
Female
- Alison
- Amanda
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Janet
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Susan
- Tracy
- Yvonne
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