TARR

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Tarr

Tarr is a British surname of Old English origin. The name is derived from the Middle English word "terre," meaning land or earth, and is thought to have been used as a topographic name for someone who lived on or by a patch of land.

The Tarr surname is recorded in various spellings, including Tarr, Tarre, and Tear, and is most commonly found in the southern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Hampshire and Devon. The name has historical ties to the agricultural and rural communities of these areas.

Notable individuals bearing the Tarr surname include professionals in diverse fields such as academics, artists, and sports personalities. The name has also been documented in historical records dating back several centuries, indicating its longevity and presence in British society.

Today, the Tarr surname continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and family histories.

There are approximately 1,991 people named Tarr in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,234th most common surname in Britain. Around 31 in a million people in Britain are named Tarr.

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
Christopher
David
Ian
James
John
Jonathan
Michael
Paul
Richard
Simon
Stephen

Female

Dawn
Elizabeth
Jennifer
Karen
Margaret
Mary
Michelle
Natalie
Patricia
Susan
Victoria
Wendy

Similar and related surnames

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