Farquar

Patronymic

Meaning

Derived from the Gaelic personal name 'Fearchar,' meaning 'very dear' or 'beloved.'

Etymology

The surname comes from the Gaelic 'Fearchar,' composed of 'fear' (man) and 'char' (dear or beloved). It was used as a patronymic in the Scottish Highlands.

About the Farquar Surname

A Scottish patronymic surname derived from a Gaelic personal name. The name is more commonly found in the variant form Farquhar.

Distribution

Primarily found in Scotland and among Scottish diaspora communities.

Notable Bearers

Rare as a primary surname; more common as Farquhar or Farquarson

People with the Farquar Surname

Arthur B. Farquar

Vice President and Director, Chamber of Commerce of the U.S.