Byrn
Byrn Meaning & Origin
About Byrn
The surname Byrn is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "bearn" which means "gap" or "notch." It is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a gap or notch in the landscape. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who had a distinctive gap between their front teeth. Overall, the surname Byrn signifies a geographical or physical characteristic.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Byrn is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Byrn: 646
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 34,916
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.22
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Byrn 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 Byrn in Braille
Here's how to represent Byrn in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Byrn using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Byrn using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
