Byrd
Byrd Meaning & Origin
About Byrd
The surname Byrd is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Middle English word "brid" or "bird," which referred to a young bird or a nestling. As a surname, Byrd could have been a nickname for someone who resembled a bird in appearance or behavior. Alternatively, it could have been an occupational name for a bird catcher or a falconer. Byrd is also associated with the Old English word "byrde," meaning "maiden" or "young woman," suggesting that it may have been a nickname for a young girl or a term of endearment.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Byrd holds a prominent position in our records, ranking within the top 500. Here's an in-depth look at its popularity and demographic spread:
- Number of People with the name Byrd: 92,904
- Overall Popularity: 0.03%
- Ranking: 331
- Frequency per 100k people: 31.5
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Byrd based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Byrd in Braille
Here's how to represent Byrd in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Byrd using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Byrd using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
