Gaines - Last Names

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Gaines

/ˈɡeɪnz/

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Moderate

Meaning

From the place called Gaines or Gainford

Represents roots, lineage, and geographical identity; symbolizes belonging to a specific ancestral location.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, family heritage, and continuity; reflects a connection to land and ancestry.

Etymology: Derived from Old English personal name 'Gāra' combined with 'ford', meaning 'river crossing'; originally denoted someone who lived near a ford associated with Gāra. Also linked to Norman-French influences post-1066.

Style & Origin

traditional
english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, Gaines is a locational surname historically derived from places in England and ha

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