Byrne
Byrne (name) means an Irish surname, from a name meaning "descendant of Bran (raven).". Example: “The musician David Byrne co-founded Talking Heads.”
How to use Byrne
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA common Irish surname.
Word forms
Byrnes plural
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The musician David _____ co-founded Talking Heads.
Etymology
An anglicized form of Irish Ó Broin, "descendant of Bran," from bran ("raven").
Frequently asked questions
What does “Byrne” mean?
The word “Byrne” means an Irish surname, from a name meaning "descendant of Bran (raven).". In plain terms, a common Irish surname.
How do you use “Byrne” in a sentence?
Here is “Byrne” used in a sentence: “The musician David Byrne co-founded Talking Heads.”
What part of speech is “Byrne”?
“Byrne” is a name.
Where does the word “Byrne” come from?
The word “Byrne” comes from Irish. An anglicized form of Irish Ó Broin, "descendant of Bran," from bran ("raven").
Is “Byrne” a common word?
“Byrne” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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