BIGGER
Bigger
Bigger is a surname of British origin that can be traced back to medieval times. The surname is believed to have derived from the Old English word "byggere," which means a builder or a dweller by a hill. The name would have likely been used to describe someone who lived near or worked on a prominent hill.
The first recorded instance of the surname Bigger dates back to the 13th century in England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, particularly to countries with historical ties to Britain.
Individuals with the surname Bigger have been noted in various fields, including politics, academia, and the arts. The name has also been seen in military history, with some notable figures bearing the surname.
As with many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Bigger may have evolved over time and across different regions. Variants of the surname can be found, such as Biggar, Biggerstaff, or Biggers.
Today, the surname Bigger continues to be borne by families in the United Kingdom and around the world, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and heritage.
There are approximately 127 people named Bigger in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Bigger.
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
- David
- Edward
- Hugh
- John
- Jonathan
- Kenneth
- Nino
- Raymond
- Rex
- Robert
- Timothy
- William
Female
- Anne
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Irene
- Jennifer
- Jk
- Joanne
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Louise
- Margaret
- Nellie
- Rachel
- Samantha
- Ursula
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.