Booy

Booy is a relatively rare British surname with Dutch roots. The name is of occupational origin, deriving from the Dutch word "booy" or "boy," which means "boy" or "servant." It is believed that this surname was used to denote a young male servant or farmhand in the past.

The Booy surname is found mainly in the south of England, particularly in the counties of Sussex and Surrey. Over the centuries, various branches of the Booy family have spread to different parts of the country and beyond, with some descendants immigrating to places such as Canada, Australia, and the United States.

Individuals bearing the Booy surname have made contributions to various fields, including but not limited to agriculture, business, and the arts. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, adding to the rich tapestry of British surnames and genealogy.

There are approximately 235 people named Booy in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Booy.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Allen
  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • Darren
  • David
  • Lee
  • Martin
  • Michael
  • Philip
  • Simon
  • Timothy

Female

  • Deborah
  • Emma
  • Hilda
  • Janet
  • Joan
  • June
  • Michelle
  • Rebecca
  • Robyn
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

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