Bolus

The surname Bolus is of Old English origin, derived from the personal name "Bolla," a nickname that means "round like a ball." The name likely originally described someone with a rotund or plump physique.

The surname Bolus is not very common, being relatively rare in comparison to more prevalent British surnames. It is most frequently found in certain regions of England, particularly in the north.

The first recorded instances of the surname Bolus date back to medieval times, with variations in spelling including Bolus, Bolles, and Bolas. The name may have been influenced by the Norman Conquest of 1066, during which many Old English names and words were adapted to the French-influenced language of the time.

Today, the surname Bolus is borne by a small number of individuals, and its historical significance lies in its representation of Old English naming conventions and the cultural influences of different periods in British history.

There are approximately 238 people named Bolus in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Bolus.

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

  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Edward
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Raymond
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Timothy

Female

  • Carla
  • Claire
  • Diana
  • Emma
  • Frances
  • Hazel
  • Helen
  • Janet
  • Jean
  • Julie
  • Mary
  • Melissa
  • Pauline
  • Sylvia

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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