Collyard
Collyard Meaning & Origin
About Collyard
The surname Collyard is of French origin and is derived from the word "collier," meaning "coal miner" or "charcoal burner." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to individuals who worked in the coal mining industry or were involved in the production of charcoal. The name may have been originally bestowed upon someone who lived near a coal mine or charcoal kiln. Over time, variations of the name have emerged, such as Collyer or Collier, but they all share the same occupational origin.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Collyard is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Collyard: 138
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 124548
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.05
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Collyard 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 Collyard in Braille
Here's how to represent Collyard in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Collyard using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Collyard using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
