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Barnes

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Type Surname (from location)
Usage English
Pronounced Pron. /ˈbɑɹnz/(American English)
/ˈbɑːnz/(British English)
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Meaning & History

Denoted a person who worked or lived in a barn. The word barn is derived from Old English bere "barley" and ærn "dwelling".

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Entry updated December 1, 2024

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