BEAZER

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Beazer

Beazer is a British surname of Old French origin, believed to have been introduced into England after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The name is derived from the Old French word "beze," meaning a drink or a vessed of drink. It is likely that the surname was originally bestowed upon someone who worked as a brewer or someone who frequently enjoyed partaking in beverages.

The Beazer surname is recorded in various regions of England, with concentrations in the southern counties such as Devon and Cornwall. The name has been documented in historical records dating back to the late Middle Ages.

Notable individuals bearing the Beazer surname have made contributions in various fields, including business, academia, and the arts. The name has retained its significance as a part of British heritage and genealogy.

In contemporary times, the Beazer surname continues to exist in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with descendants of those bearing the name proudly upholding their ancestral lineage.

There are approximately 288 people named Beazer in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Beazer.

Surname type: Occupational name

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Anthony
Christopher
Daniel
David
Dominic
Hugh
James
John
Martin
Paul
Robert
Stephen

Female

Dawn
Deborah
Fay
Hannah
Helen
Jacqueline
Joanne
Marion
Rachael
Rosi
Ruth
Sarah
Susan
Wendy

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