Narym

Narym is a term that can refer to several different things, primarily a town in Siberia and a common surname. Narym, the town, is located in Tomsk Oblast, Russia. It is situated on the right bank of the Ob River, near its confluence with the Ket River. Historically, Narym was a significant administrative and trading center in the region. It has a past as a place of exile for political prisoners during the Russian Empire and the Soviet era. The modern town has a population engaged in local industries and services.

As a surname, Narym is of Russian origin. Like many surnames, its exact etymology can be debated, but it is often linked to geographical locations or patronymic derivations. It is not an exceptionally common surname but is found among people of Russian descent. Individuals with the surname Narym can be found in various professions and locations worldwide, reflecting the global diaspora of Russian heritage.