Description:
EARMAN: Earman is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. It is derived from the Old English word ‘earm’, meaning ‘poor’ or ‘needy’. The Earman family name is found primarily in the United Kingdom, especially in the counties of Devon and Cornwall. The Earman family has a long and varied history. Records of the family date back to the mid-14th century, when a John Earman was recorded in the Subsidy Rolls of Devon in 1327. The Earman family was prominent in the English Civil War and many members served in the Royalist forces. The Earman family has a strong culture and set of customs. Earman families typically have strong ties to the land and to the local community. They are often associated with farming and agricultural work, and many Earman families are still involved in this line of work today. Variations of the Earman surname include Earmane, Earmanne, Erman, Ermane, Ermanne, and Earmand.
