Description:
Sears is a surname which originated in the English county of Kent. The name is derived from the Old English word sears, meaning a smith. The surname was first recorded in the early 12th century, and is thought to have originated from a place called Seers. The surname is now found throughout the United Kingdom, and is also found in other countries such as the United States and Canada. The surname has several variations, including Sears, Seares, Seer, Seer's, and Serres. The most common variation is Sears, which is the most popular spelling in the United Kingdom.
