About Broun
The surname Broun is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old English word "brun" or "brunne," meaning "brown." It was originally used as a nickname for someone with brown hair, complexion, or clothing. The name Broun has variations in spelling, such as Brown, Browne, or Braun, and is one of the most common surnames in the English-speaking world.
The surname Broun is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Broun 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 Broun in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Broun using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.