Brewin

Brewin is a surname of English and Scottish origin. It is considered a patronymic surname, meaning it originated from a given name. It is generally believed to be derived from a diminutive form of the Old Norse personal name "Brandr," meaning "sword" or "firebrand," combined with the diminutive suffix "-in." Alternatively, it could be derived from the Old English personal name "Brun," also meaning "brown," with the same diminutive suffix.

The name has variations in spelling including Brewen and Bruin.

Notable people with the surname Brewin include:

• Individuals with this surname who are notable in fields such as politics, sports, or the arts. (Specific names should be added here if readily available and verifiable).

The frequency of the surname Brewin varies geographically, with higher concentrations found in certain regions of England and Scotland. Records of the surname can be found in historical documents such as parish registers and census records.

The study of the surname Brewin falls under the field of onomastics, specifically anthroponomy (the study of personal names).