About Nunn
The surname Nunn is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "nunne," meaning "nun." It was originally a nickname or occupational name given to someone associated with a convent or monastery. The name may have been used for someone who worked at a convent, had a relative who was a nun, or even for someone who had a pious or religious demeanor. Over time, the surname Nunn has become a relatively common surname in English-speaking countries.
The surname Nunn is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Nunn based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Nunn in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Nunn using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.