British and Irish family names [infographic]

As the population of Britain and Ireland grows, some surnames are becoming even more common and widespread, alongside a steady continuation of uncommon surnames; but how many of us know anything about our family names’ origins – where it comes from, what it means today, and exactly how long it has actually been around for? Names derive from the diverse language and cultural movement of people who have settled in Britain and Ireland over history, with many of the common surname bearers such as Smith and Jones rapidly increasing from 1881 to the present day.

Below you will find a brief exploration of family name statistics in Britain and Ireland.

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