BODILY
Bodily
Bodily is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English name Bodli, meaning "messenger" or "herald". The surname is primarily found in the counties of East Sussex and Essex.
History and Distribution
The earliest recorded instance of the Bodily surname dates back to the 13th century in Suffolk, England. The name has since spread across different regions of the United Kingdom, particularly in the southeastern counties.
Notable People
- John Bodily (1898–1970): An English cricketer who played for Sussex in the 1920s.
- Mary Bodily (b. 1955): British artist known for her intricate ceramic sculptures inspired by nature.
Variants
Variants of the Bodily surname include Bodley, Bodely, and Bowdley. These variations reflect changes in spelling over the centuries.
References
"Family History: Last Name Origins & Meanings." Ancestry.co.uk. Accessed August 2021.
Overall, the Bodily surname has a rich history and continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 270 people named Bodily in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Bodily.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- John
- Joseph
- Liam
- Malcolm
- Matthew
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
Female
- Ann
- Ann-marie
- Carla
- Caroline
- Christine
- Doreen
- Janet
- Karen
- Laura
- Louise
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Yvonne