Pharr History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsPharr is a name of Anglo-Saxon origin. It was a name given to a person who was described as being fierce or lusty. The surname is derived from the Old English word farr, which meant bull. Early Origins of the Pharr familyThe surname Pharr was first found in Yorkshire. While most researchers believe that the name is Anglo-Saxon in origin, we must not dismiss the possible Norman origin. For example, Radulphus Fere of Nomandy was listed there in 1180 and 1195 and the Rotuli Hundredorum (Hundred Rolls) c. 1272 list Walter Fere of England. 1 Early History of the Pharr familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Pharr research. Another 130 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1381, 1400 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Pharr History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Pharr Spelling VariationsBefore the last few hundred years, the English language had no fast system of spelling rules. For that reason, spelling variations are commonly found in early Anglo-Saxon surnames. Over the years, many variations of the name Pharr were recorded, including Farr, Farre and others. Early Notables of the Pharr familyMore information is included under the topic Early Pharr Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Pharr RankingIn the United States, the name Pharr is the 5,730th most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 2 Migration of the Pharr family to IrelandSome of the Pharr family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. Migration of the Pharr familyTo escape oppression and starvation at that time, many English families left for the "open frontiers" of the New World with all its perceived opportunities. In droves people migrated to the many British colonies, those in North America in particular, paying high rates for passages in cramped, unsafe ships. Although many of the settlers did not make the long passage alive, those who did see the shores of North America perceived great opportunities before them. Many of the families that came from England went on to make essential contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. Research into various historical records revealed some of first members of the Pharr family emigrate to North America: Barnabas Farr who settled in New England in 1620; Edward Farr settled in St. Christopher in 1635; Elias Farr settled in West New Jersey in 1664; Mary Farr settled in Virginia in 1650.
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