About Bonar
The surname Bonar is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "bonn," meaning "sole" or "foundation." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who was steadfast or reliable. Over time, it evolved into a surname and has been passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Bonar can be found across the world, particularly in Scotland and other English-speaking countries.
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The surname Bonar is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bonar based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Bonar is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Bonar in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Bonar using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.