BLABY
Blaby
Blaby is a British surname with origins rooted in the historic county of Leicestershire. The name is derived from the village of Blaby, located southwest of Leicester, which is believed to have Old Norse and Old English origins.
The earliest recorded instance of the Blaby surname dates back to the 12th century, indicating that it has ancient roots in the region. Over the centuries, the surname has been documented in various forms, including Blabie, Blabei, and Blabe among others.
Like many British surnames, the name Blaby may have originated to identify a person's connection to a particular place, most likely the village of Blaby. Individuals bearing the surname Blaby can be found in various historical records, such as census data, parish registers, and court documents, reflecting the presence of Blabys in different parts of Leicestershire and beyond.
Today, the surname Blaby remains relatively uncommon, but those who bear it can take pride in its longstanding heritage and regional significance within the county and beyond.
There are approximately 115 people named Blaby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Blaby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Steve
Female
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