TheNameDBBayne
OtherMeaning
A surname derived from a personal name or topographic feature, possibly related to bone or a geographical location.
Etymology
Possibly from Old English 'ban' meaning bone, or from a Scottish place name. The etymology remains uncertain with multiple possible derivations.
About the Bayne Surname
A Scottish and northern English surname with uncertain etymology. The name appears in various spellings reflecting regional pronunciation variations.
Distribution
Found primarily in Scotland and northern England, with smaller populations in English-speaking diaspora regions.
Notable Bearers
Ronald Bayne (Scottish historian)