Deering

Meaning

Derived from the Old English personal name Deora or from a place associated with deer.

Etymology

The surname may originate from the Old English 'deor' (deer) combined with a locative suffix, or from a personal name Deora with the patronymic suffix '-ing'. It appears in English records from the medieval period onward.

About the Deering Surname

An English surname of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a personal name or a place associated with deer. The surname has been established in England since medieval times and was carried to America by English settlers.

Distribution

Primarily England and United States, with smaller populations in other English-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

John Deere (founder of Deere & Company), though his surname is spelled differently

People with the Deering Surname