Dictionary of Family Names in the Visegrad Countries

BERAN

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Originof Czech origin
TypeFamily name referring to internal or external characteristics, circumstances or event
Family name referring to an occupation, activity or social status
Family name referring to the place of residence, origin or estate

Description

The name is derived from the Czech common noun beran meaning ‘ram’ and refers to a characteristic feature (e.g. stubborn character), an occupation (e.g. sheep breeder) or a house sign. Variant: Baran.