Wayne

Wayne is a surname of English origin that is derived from the Old English name "Wain," meaning a wagon or cart. The name likely originated as an occupational surname for someone who made or drove wagons.

The surname Wayne has been primarily found in the counties of Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Essex in England. It is also a relatively common surname in the United States, where it was brought by English immigrants.

The most famous bearer of the surname Wayne is American actor John Wayne, born Marion Robert Morrison, who was known for his roles in classic Western films. Despite his American fame, John Wayne's ancestry can be traced back to England, where his family name likely originated.

Variants of the surname Wayne include Wain, Waine, and the Scottish form MacWain.

In summary, the surname Wayne is a common English surname with origins in an occupational name related to wagons. It has spread to other English-speaking countries, particularly the United States, where it is associated with the iconic actor John Wayne.

There are approximately 1,419 people named Wayne in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,612th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Wayne.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Barry
  • Bruce
  • David
  • Gary
  • John
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert

Female

  • Anne
  • Caroline
  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth
  • Gillian
  • Judith
  • Julie
  • Lucy
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Penelope
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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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