Swayne

Occupational

Meaning

A young man, servant, or laborer, particularly one who tends to animals.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'swain' (youth, servant, laborer). This is a variant spelling of Swain, reflecting different regional pronunciations and spelling conventions in medieval England.

About the Swayne Surname

A variant spelling of Swain, denoting a servant or laborer. The name reflects medieval occupational terminology and regional spelling variations.

Distribution

Found in England and English-speaking countries, less common than the Swain variant.

Notable Bearers

Patrick Swayne (historical figure)