TAVERNOR
Tavernor
Tavernor is a British surname with its origins rooted in the medieval era. The name is derived from the Old French word "taverne," which means a place where alcoholic beverages are served, such as a tavern. The suffix "-or" indicates an occupational surname, suggesting that an ancestor of the Tavernor family may have worked in or owned a tavern.
The surname Tavernor has been found primarily in England, particularly in the northern regions such as Yorkshire. Like many surnames originating from occupations, the name Tavernor would have been given to those individuals who were associated with taverns, inns, or public houses in some capacity.
Over the centuries, the Tavernor family name has evolved and spread, with descendants now found in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. The surname may have undergone changes in spelling and pronunciation as it moved across different regions or as descendants anglicised their names.
Today, individuals with the surname Tavernor can be found engaged in diverse professions and pursuits, reflecting the evolution of society and the changing nature of surnames. The name remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, evoking images of conviviality, hospitality, and perhaps a connection to the world of food and drink in centuries past.
There are approximately 287 people named Tavernor in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Tavernor.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Charles
- David
- Geoff
- Geoffrey
- James
- John
- Nicholas
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- William
Female
- Ann
- Claire
- Denise
- Eileen
- Kate
- Laura
- Rebecca
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan