Vare

Vare is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English word "fara," meaning a traveller or messenger. The earliest records of the Vare surname date back to the medieval period in England, suggesting a long and rich history of the name within the country.

Individuals bearing the surname Vare are most commonly found in regions historically associated with Anglo-Saxon settlements, such as East Anglia and the South East of England. Over the centuries, the name has likely spread to various other parts of the country as families migrated and settled in new areas.

Like many British surnames, Vare may have undergone variations in spelling over time, including Vair, Vary, and Vayer. These variations often reflect regional accents and dialects, as well as the evolving nature of the English language.

Today, individuals with the surname Vare can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in former British colonies. The name carries with it a sense of heritage and connection to England's past, making it a distinguished and historically significant surname within British genealogy.

There are approximately 163 people named Vare in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Vare.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Andy
  • Clive
  • David
  • Dudley
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Mark
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Stephen
  • Stuart
  • William

Female

  • Donna
  • Jane
  • Michelle
  • Rebecca
  • Samantha
  • Sara
  • Sarah
  • Siobhan
  • Susan
  • Winifred

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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