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Osburn

Osburn is a name that can refer to a geographic location or a surname. The most commonly cited reference is Osburn, a small city in northern Idaho, United States. Located in a region known for mining history and outdoor recreation, the community sits along major transportation corridors and serves as a residential center for residents and visitors exploring the surrounding mountains, rivers, and forests. The area’s historical economy centered on mining activities, with mining-related services and commerce contributing to its development.

Osburn is also a surname of English origin. Variants include Osborn and Osborne. As a family name,

it
appears
in
historical
records
dating
back
to
medieval
England
and
spread
to
North
America
through
immigration.
In
contemporary
usage,
people
with
the
surname
Osburn
have
pursued
a
wide
range
of
professions
across
public
life,
sports,
arts,
and
other
fields.