About Brim
The surname Brim is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It could be derived from the Old English word "brym" meaning "edge" or "brink," suggesting that the name was given to someone living near the edge of a settlement or a geographical feature. Alternatively, it could be a variant of the surname Bream, which is derived from the Old English word "bremel" meaning "a fish." Therefore, the surname Brim likely originated as a topographic or occupational name, describing someone who lived near the edge or brink, or someone involved in the fishing industry.
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The surname Brim is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Brim based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Brim in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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