Cool Surnames of Famous Film Stars

Clift

Clift is a masculine name that originated as an English surname derived from geographical features, specifically referring to someone who lived near a cliff or steep slope. As a first name, Clift…

Connery

Irish

"warrior-lord"

This appealing name of a mythical king of Tara whose reign brough prosperity to his kingdom is strongly associated with actor Sean. The Irish form is Conaire.

Duvall

French

"of the valley"

Old-timey surname that's been very rarely used.

Ferrer

Ferrer is a masculine name of Catalan and Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word 'ferrarius' meaning 'blacksmith' or 'ironworker.' As a surname-turned-first-name, it reflects an occupational…

Garson

French

"to protect"

Straightforward surname with potential thanks to the rise of Carson. The actress Greer Garson gives it a splash of Hollywood glamor.

Niven

Scottish

"little saint"

Excellent candidate for use as an undiscovered surname name. Niven is the Anglicized spelling of the Irish name Naomhan, a diminutive of the word naomh which means saint. This handsome but unusual…