Zare

The surname Zare is of English origin and is relatively rare in Britain. It is believed to be derived from the Old English word "sær," meaning "sea," and may have originated as an occupational name for someone who lived or worked by the sea. Alternatively, it could be a locational surname for a person from a place named Zare, though such place names are not commonly found in the United Kingdom.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Zare can be traced back to medieval England, indicating its long history in the country. Over the centuries, the name may have undergone various spelling variations as many surnames did during this period.

Individuals bearing the surname Zare can be found in different regions of Britain, though concentrations may vary. Like many surnames, the name Zare has likely spread through migration and settlement patterns over time.

While the specific origins and history of the Zare surname may not be well-documented, it remains a part of Britain's diverse tapestry of surnames, each one telling a unique story of the individuals and families who have borne it through the generations.

There are approximately 89 people named Zare in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Zare.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abbas
  • Ali
  • Hadi
  • Hashem
  • Mohammad
  • Mojtaba
  • Richard
  • Samie
  • Samuel
  • Vahid

Female

  • Cristina
  • Esther
  • Fariha
  • Leila
  • Lorraine
  • Mahnaz
  • Maryam
  • Nicola
  • Syrah
  • Zohreh

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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