Thorn - Last Names

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Thorn

/θɔːrn/

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Uncommon

Meaning

A sharp-pointed woody projection on a plant

Represents protection, defense, and the idea of boundaries—both physical and emotional. It symbolizes enduring hardship and surviving adversity.

Symbolism

Embodies resilience, caution, and the duality of beauty and pain. Often associated with guardedness, survival, and the natural cycle of growth and challenge.

Etymology: Derived from the Old English 'þorn' and Proto-Germanic '*thurnaz', meaning 'thorn' or 'prickle'. It was used as a topographic surname for someone living near a thorny bush or hedge, and appears in medieval English and Scandinavian records.

Style & Origin

strong

nature inspired

english

Cultural Background

Originating in English-speaking regions, Thorn is rooted in Old English and Norse traditions. It ref

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