BLAKENEY
Blakeney
Blakeney is a surname of English origin, with roots tracing back to the medieval period. The name is thought to be locational, derived from the village of Blakeney in Norfolk, England. The village of Blakeney is situated on the North Norfolk coast and has a long history dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086.
The surname Blakeney may also have Celtic origins, with "blac" meaning "dark" and "ey" meaning island or place of land between rivers. This suggests that the name could have originally referred to a dark or wooded island, which was a common feature in the landscape.
The Blakeney surname has been borne by various notable individuals throughout history, ranging from scholars to artists. It has also been a surname associated with nobility and landed gentry in England, further emphasising its historic significance.
Today, the surname Blakeney continues to be found in different parts of the United Kingdom and overseas, carried by individuals who trace their ancestry back to the village of Blakeney or other early bearers of the name. The name has retained its historical significance and serves as a reminder of the rich heritage and diverse origins of British surnames.
There are approximately 354 people named Blakeney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Blakeney.
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
- Daniel
- David
- Eric
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Scott
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Amy
- Anabel
- Caroline
- Catherine
- Claire
- Danielle
- Debra
- Diane
- Eleanor
- Jennifer
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Pamela
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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