I live in the UK, CEARNS is my maiden name. There are very few of this name in UK. My grandparents were James William Holme CEARNS and Ellen CEARNS (nee PAINTER).
The was a big family starting in the 1800s, and spreading outwards to 11 offspring in the next generation (my father).
There is a family name of James William going back 3 generations from the oldest son to the oldest son.
(I think this has now stopped as the oldest son (my brother has 4 daughters and no male offspring!).
My brother however lives in California now though is of British origin.
Anyway if it is of any value, I am Mary CEARNS I am 57 and live in Birmingham UK. I am an Accountant.
I have 3 daughters - married and two grandsons.
My father James William Holme CEARNS is dead, but my Mother is 87 and still living.