TARRAN

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Tarran

Tarran is a surname of British origin, believed to have derived from the Old French personal name "Taurin", which means "bull-like" or "bull-headed". The name likely spread to England following the Norman Conquest of 1066.

The Tarran surname is relatively rare and has historical roots in Yorkshire, specifically around the areas of Leeds and Huddersfield. It is often associated with individuals who were involved in agricultural or farming activities, owing to the strong connection with the bull imagery.

Over time, the name Tarran has spread to other parts of the UK and even beyond, carried by individuals who may have migrated for various reasons such as work, education, or marriage.

There are several notable individuals bearing the surname Tarran, whose achievements have contributed to the name's legacy. However, due to the relative obscurity of the surname, detailed records may be limited.

Today, the surname Tarran continues to be passed down through generations, representing a lineage rich in heritage and potentially holding connections to specific geographical regions and family histories within the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 483 people named Tarran in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Tarran.

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

Chris
Christopher
David
John
Jonathan
Mark
Michael
Paul
Richard
Robert
William

Female

Alice
Barbara
Caroline
Catherine
Diane
Doreen
Dorothy
Emily
Emma
Jacqueline
Karen
Patricia
Rosemary
Sarah
Shirley

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