Taber

Taber is a British surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old French word "tabard" or "tabart," which referred to a short-sleeved tunic worn as an outer garment, often by heralds. The surname may have originated as an occupational name for a person who made or sold tabards.

The surname Taber has been recorded in various spellings over the years, including Taber, Tabor, and Tayber. It is most commonly found in southern England, particularly in counties such as Devon, Dorset, and Hampshire.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Taber include historical figures and modern-day personalities who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. The name Taber has become a distinctive part of British heritage, reflecting the ancestry and traditions of those who bear it.

There are approximately 360 people named Taber in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Taber.

Surname type: Occupational name

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
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Jeremy
  • John
  • Kenneth
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert

Female

  • Anne
  • Carol
  • Chantal
  • Edith
  • Eileen
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Janet
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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