About Durn
The surname Durn is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "dùr" which means "hard" or "firm." It is a descriptive surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was strong-willed, stubborn, or resilient. The name Durn may have been given to individuals who displayed these characteristics or had a physical attribute that was associated with hardness or toughness. Over time, the surname Durn has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a hereditary family name.
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The surname Durn is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Durn 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 Durn is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Durn in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Durn using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.