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Scottish surname

Stewart

Steward

Occupational surname

From the office of royal steward (manager of a household or estate); the family that held this title became the royal House of Stuart.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the surname Stewart mean?

Steward. From the office of royal steward (manager of a household or estate); the family that held this title became the royal House of Stuart.

Is Stewart a common surname?

Stewart is a Scottish-origin surname. Popularity varies widely by country and region, and the same surname can be common in one place and rare in another.

Can two families with the same surname be unrelated?

Yes. Surnames, especially occupational and descriptive ones like this, were often adopted independently by many unrelated families who happened to share a trade, appearance, or location.

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