TAVINOR
Tavinor
Tavinor is a surname of British origin that is believed to have originated from the Anglo-Saxon period. The etymology of the name is thought to be derived from the Old English personal name "Tafa," meaning "chief" or "leader," and the suffix "-nor," which denotes a male offspring or a descendant.
Historically, individuals bearing the surname Tavinor have been predominantly found in various regions of England. Those bearing the name have often been identified as farmers, landowners, or individuals of leadership within their communities.
The Tavinor surname has experienced variations in spelling over the centuries, including Tavener, Taverner, and Taunton, among others. These variations can be attributed to dialectal influences, clerical errors, or phonetic changes that occurred during the process of surname transmission through generations.
Today, individuals with the surname Tavinor can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. The name continues to carry a sense of heritage and identity for those who bear it, connecting them to their ancestral roots in the rich tapestry of British history.
There are approximately 87 people named Tavinor in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Tavinor.