Ayers - Last Names

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Ayers

/ˈeɪərz/

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Moderate

Meaning

Son of Aylward or from the name Aylward

Represents lineage and familial heritage, often tied to ancestral identity and continuity.

Symbolism

Embodies connection to ancestry, resilience, and the transmission of family values across generations.

Etymology: Derived from the Old English personal name 'Aylward', composed of 'aegel' (noble) and 'weard' (guardian). Over time, 'son of Aylward' evolved into the surname Ayers through patronymic contraction and phonetic simplification.

Style & Origin

traditional

english

Cultural Background

Originating in England, Ayers is an Anglo-Saxon occupational or patronymic surname with historical r

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