Awbery

Awbery is a British surname of English origin. The name is believed to be of medieval Welsh descent, derived from the Old English words "eowu," meaning yew tree, and "beorg," meaning hill or mound. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have lived near a yew tree or on a hill with yew trees.

The Awbery family name has been primarily recorded in the regions of Wiltshire and Gloucestershire in England. Variations of the surname include Awbrey, Aweberry, and Owbrey. The Awbery surname most likely originated from a personal name, suggesting a patronymic lineage.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the Awbery surname have been identified in various records, including parish registers, census documents, and military records. The distribution of the surname indicates that the Awbery family was relatively concentrated in specific areas of England.

As with many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Awbery have evolved over time due to various factors, including regional dialects and literacy levels. Today, individuals with the Awbery surname can be found around the United Kingdom and other parts of the world.

The Awbery surname holds historical significance as part of the broader tapestry of British nomenclature and genealogy. It represents a connection to the past and serves as a link to ancestral roots for individuals bearing this distinctive family name.

There are approximately 150 people named Awbery in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Awbery.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Colin
  • David
  • Graham
  • Jim
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Nick
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Simon

Female

  • Alison
  • Betty
  • Elizabeth
  • Gemma
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Natalie
  • Nicola
  • Ruth
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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