BEMROSE
Bemrose
Bemrose is a surname of English origin, typically found in the British Isles. The name is of locational origin, derived from the place called Bemrose in Derbyshire, England. The meaning of the place name is believed to be "bent or curved moorland", derived from the Old English words "bent" and "raesc".
The Bemrose family has a long history in the region, with records dating back to the 16th century. The name has spread to other parts of the UK and beyond through migration and trade.
Notable individuals with the surname Bemrose include William Bemrose, a prominent Derbyshire printer and publisher in the 19th century, who founded the publishing firm Bemrose & Sons. The company was known for producing a wide range of books, maps, and other printed materials.
The Bemrose surname continues to be found in various parts of the UK and the wider world, carried by descendants of the original bearers or adopted by individuals in later generations. As with many surnames, the meaning and significance of the name Bemrose has evolved over time, reflecting the changing fortunes and migrations of its bearers.
There are approximately 617 people named Bemrose in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Bemrose.
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
- Jason
- John
- Jonathan
- Marcus
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
Female
- Alexandra
- Carol
- Cherry
- Helen
- Julie
- Karen
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Pamela
- Queenie
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sally
- Sarah
- Susan