SWIRES
Swires
Pronunciation: sweɪəz
Origin: English
Meaning: Swires is a surname of English origin, specifically deriving from Yorkshire. It is believed to have developed from the Old Norse personal name Sveinn, which means 'boy'. Over time, this personal name evolved into the surname Swires, which commonly denoted "son of Swire".
Distribution: The surname Swires is relatively rare and has been predominantly found in the Yorkshire region of England. However, individuals with the surname Swires can now be found in various parts of the UK and beyond, owing to migration and dispersal of families over time.
Notable Individuals:
- Dr. Christopher Swire - A renowned British historian known for his works on medieval English history.
- Emily Swires - An emerging artist whose unique style has gained recognition in the contemporary art scene.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A dictionary of English surnames.
- Census records and genealogical studies.
There are approximately 135 people named Swires in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Swires.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Christopher
- David
- Edward
- Frank
- Gary
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Robert
- Ronald
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Beverley
- Brenda
- Colette
- Elizabeth
- Judith
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Katie
- Margaret
- Marian
- Nicola
- Sally
- Sheila
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