Biss

The surname Biss is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "bisce", meaning "fish". Surnames in England often developed from the occupation of an individual, and it is likely that the name Biss was originally given to someone who worked as a fisherman or had some association with fishing.

The Biss surname is found predominantly in the south-west of England, particularly in the counties of Somerset and Devon. It is also found in smaller numbers in other parts of the country.

Variations of the surname Biss include Byss and Byce. Over time, variations in spelling have arisen due to factors such as illiteracy and dialectal differences.

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The Biss surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to the family's historical roots. Today, individuals with the surname Biss can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, reflecting the movement and dispersal of families over time.

There are approximately 706 people named Biss in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,644th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Biss.

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
  • Daniel
  • David
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Roger
  • Simon
  • William

Female

  • Amanda
  • Anne
  • Christine
  • Elaine
  • Hannah
  • Jacqueline
  • Jane
  • Kathleen
  • Lesley
  • Margaret
  • Sallie
  • Samantha
  • 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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