THEARLE
Thearle
Thearle is a surname of English origin. It is believed to be a variant of the surname "Thurlow" which is derived from a place name in Suffolk, England. The name "Thurlow" comes from the Old English words "thorn", meaning thorn bush, and "hlaw", meaning hill, thus indicating a location distinguished by a hilly thorny terrain.
The exact origins and history of the surname Thearle are not extensively documented. However, like many surnames, it is likely that its early bearers were identified by their association with a particular place, occupation, or physical characteristic.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Thearle have been recorded in various regions of England. The name may have undergone different spellings and pronunciations over the years, owing to factors such as dialectal variations and phonetic changes.
As with many surnames, the significance and prevalence of Thearle may vary among distinct family lines and geographical areas. Research into local archives and records could provide more insights into the specific individuals and families associated with this surname.
There are approximately 136 people named Thearle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Thearle.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- John
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Scott
- Simon
- Timothy
Female
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Joanne
- Julie
- Leila
- Maisie
- Maxine
- Michelle
- Susan