ADGEY
Adgey
The surname Adgey is of English and Scottish origin, derived from the personal name Adam. It is a patronymic surname, meaning "son of Adam". The name Adam itself comes from the Hebrew word 'adam' meaning "man" or "red earth".
Origins
The Adgey surname is thought to have originated in the medieval period, when the practice of using patronymic surnames became more common. Over time, the name evolved to Adgey through various phonetic changes and regional dialects.
Distribution
The Adgey surname is relatively rare, with most individuals bearing the name found in the United Kingdom, particularly in England and Scotland. Migration and emigration patterns over the centuries may have led to the dispersion of the surname to other parts of the world.
Notable Individuals
There are no widely known or historical figures associated with the surname Adgey. However, like many surnames, individuals with the name have likely made contributions to their communities and various fields of endeavour.
References
- P.H. Reaney, R.M. Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2005).
- G. Redmonds, Family Names in Britain and Ireland (Harlow: Pearson Education, 2002).
There are approximately 19 people named Adgey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Adgey.