Beever

Beever is a surname of English origin, mainly found in the northern counties of England. The name is of occupational origin, derived from the Middle English word "bever", meaning beaver, and was likely used as a nickname for someone who worked with beaver fur.

The surname is recorded in various spellings throughout history, including Beaver, Beever, and Bever. The earliest known recording of the surname dates back to the 13th century, making it an ancient name with a long history in the British Isles.

Individuals with the surname Beever have been traced to regions such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Derbyshire, where the name has been present for generations. The Beever family name has been associated with a variety of professions and trades over the centuries, reflecting the diverse occupations of its bearers.

Today, the surname Beever can be found worldwide, with descendants of bearers of the name having migrated to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Famous individuals with the surname Beever include British artist Julian Beever, known for his pavement chalk drawings that create the illusion of three dimensions, as well as other notable figures in various fields.

The surname Beever carries a rich history and heritage, with its bearers contributing to the cultural tapestry of the United Kingdom and beyond.

There are approximately 1,311 people named Beever in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,975th most common surname in Britain. Around 20 in a million people in Britain are named Beever.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Elliott
  • Jake
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert

Female

  • Ann
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Janice
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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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