Byrns
Byrns Meaning & Origin
About Byrns
The surname Byrns is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "bearn," meaning "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. Over time, the surname Byrns has evolved and may have variations such as Burns or Byrne.
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Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Byrns is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Byrns: 1,444
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 18,910
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.49
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Byrns 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 Byrns is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Byrns in Braille
Here's how to represent Byrns in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Byrns using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Byrns using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
