Wilburn - Last Names

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Wilburn

/ˈwɪlbɜrn/

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Uncommon

Meaning

From the town of Wilburn, meaning 'spring or stream near a hill'

Represents a connection to land, ancestry, and place-based identity, symbolizing rootedness and continuity through generations.

Symbolism

Embodies stability, resilience, and a quiet strength tied to family heritage and geographic origin. It reflects a legacy built on endurance and tradition.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'wilig' meaning willow tree and 'burna' meaning stream or spring; thus 'willow stream' or 'spring by the hill'. It originated as a locational surname for someone who lived near a stream associated with willows.

Style & Origin

traditional
english

Cultural Background

Originating in England and later established in the United States, Wilburn is an Anglo-Saxon surname

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