BLAKEBOROUGH
Blakeborough
The surname Blakeborough is of English origin, believed to have derived from a place name. The first recorded instance of the surname dates back to the early 19th century in Yorkshire, England. The name "Blakeborough" is thought to be a combination of "Blake," meaning pale or fair, and "borough," which originally meant a fortified settlement or town.
The Blakeborough family is historically associated with the Yorkshire region in northern England. Members of the Blakeborough clan were known to be landowners, farmers, and tradespeople, contributing to the local economy and community.
Over the years, individuals bearing the surname Blakeborough have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, with some emigrating to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Today, the name Blakeborough may be encountered in various parts of the world, with descendants of the original Yorkshire lineage continuing to uphold their heritage. The surname is a testament to the rich tapestry of British history and the diverse origins of its people.
There are approximately 394 people named Blakeborough in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Blakeborough.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- David
- Gerard
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Steven
Female
- Carol
- Claire
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jane
- Jean
- Julie
- Laura
- Lisa
- Louise
- Margaret
- Sally
- Sarah
- Shirley
Similar and related surnames
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