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Agg is an English surname with variations such as "Aggs" or "Ags". The origins of the surname can be traced back to the medieval period in England.
The name is believed to derive from the Old English word "ægg" which means "a sharp point" or "a summit", indicating that it may have been an occupational surname for someone who worked as a roofer or a thatcher. Alternatively, it could have been a nickname for someone who was sharp-witted or had an authoritative personality.
The Agg surname is most commonly found in the south of England, particularly in counties like Wiltshire, Hampshire, and Dorset. Over time, families with the surname Agg have spread to different parts of the country and even overseas.
Notable individuals with the surname Agg include Henry Agg, an English 19th-century engraver known for his detailed work, and Sir David Agg, a prominent British architect who designed several notable buildings in the 20th century.
Today, the surname Agg continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its English roots and the individuals who have borne the name throughout history.
Typical given names associated with the Agg surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Ronald
- Stephen
- Steven
- Td
- Thomas
- Tom
Female
- Catherine
- Edith
- Jennifer
- Joan
- Julie
- Louise
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Pauline
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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Did you know?
According to a survey carried out by Democracy Club, politicians and candidates with the surname Agg are most likely to say that their favourite biscuit is a Garibaldi.
There are approximately 473 people named Agg in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Agg.
Famous people named Agg
- James Agg-Gardner - Brewery-owner and Conservative Party politician (1846 to 1928)
- Lily Agg - Football player
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.