About Varnum
The surname Varnum is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "vernon," meaning "alder tree." It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer lived near or by a place named Vernon. The name Varnum may also have been a topographic name for someone who lived near an alder tree or a grove of alder trees. Over time, variations of the surname Varnum have emerged, such as Varnam and Vernham.
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The surname Varnum is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Varnum 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 Varnum in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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