Thurbon

Thurbon is a surname of English origin. The name Thurbon is believed to derive from the Old Norse personal name Þórbiorn, which combines the elements Þórr, the Norse god of thunder, and bjǫrn, meaning bear. The name Thurbon likely originated as a nickname or personal name, before becoming a hereditary surname.

The Thurbon surname is most commonly found in the East of England, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk. The earliest recorded instances of the surname Thurbon date back to the 14th century in Norfolk, indicating a long history of the name in the region.

Individuals with the surname Thurbon have been noted in various historical records, including parish registers, census data, and local archives. The surname has seen different variations in spelling over the centuries, including Thurben and Thorburn.

Today, individuals with the surname Thurbon can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, owing to migration and global mobility. The surname Thurbon continues to be part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the country's history and cultural heritage.

There are approximately 243 people named Thurbon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Thurbon.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andy
  • David
  • Gary
  • Hugh
  • Jeffrey
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Steve
  • Steven
  • Terence

Female

  • Elizabeth
  • Heather
  • Julie
  • Kelly
  • Margaret
  • Maureen
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Stacey
  • Tina

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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