About Tarris
The surname Tarris is of English origin and is derived from the medieval given name "Terry," which itself is a diminutive form of the name "Terence." The name Terence comes from the Latin name "Terentius," which is believed to have originated from the Etruscan word "teren," meaning "to be afraid." Therefore, the surname Tarris likely originated as a patronymic surname, meaning it was originally used to identify the descendants of someone named Terry or Terence.
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The surname Tarris is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tarris based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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