About Thane
The surname Thane is of Scottish and English origin, derived from the Old English word "þegen," meaning "servant" or "retainer." It was originally used as a title for a person of high social status, often referring to a nobleman or a military officer. Over time, the surname Thane has evolved to become a hereditary surname, passed down through generations, and is now found among various families around the world.
The surname Thane is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Thane 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 Thane is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Thane in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Thane using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.