Agard

Agard is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that is primarily found in the United Kingdom. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Eadgar," which means "prosperity" or "joy" combined with the suffix "-ard," which signifies "brave" or "strong."

The Agard surname has been documented as far back as the 14th century in England, with records showing families bearing this name residing in various counties across the country. Over the centuries, the name has evolved through different spellings and pronunciations, including "Aggard" and "Akgard," among others.

Notable individuals with the surname Agard have made contributions in various fields, such as literature, academia, and politics. The Agard name carries with it a sense of heritage and identity for those who bear it, connecting them to their ancestors and the history of the British Isles.

Through genealogical research and the preservation of historical records, the lineage of the Agard family continues to be traced and celebrated, adding to the rich tapestry of British surnames and their significance in the country's cultural heritage.

There are approximately 165 people named Agard in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Agard.

Surname type: Occupational name

Region of origin: Europe

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andre
  • Andrew
  • Cecil
  • Clint
  • Gee
  • John
  • Lester
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Roger
  • Trevor

Female

  • Alecia
  • Barbara
  • Brenda
  • Carla
  • Caryl
  • Deborah
  • Debrah
  • Julie
  • Lynda
  • Mary
  • Maureen
  • Michelle
  • Nadine
  • Sharon
  • Simone

Similar and related surnames

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