BOUSFIELD
Bousfield
Bousfield is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, with early recorded instances dating back to the 13th century. The name is believed to have originated from Old Norse and Old English roots, with "bouse" meaning 'house' or 'dwelling' and "feld" meaning 'field', suggesting that the name may have originally referred to someone who lived near a large house or field.
Historically, the Bousfield surname has been primarily associated with the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire. Over the centuries, bearers of the Bousfield name have been involved in a variety of occupations, including agriculture, trade, and craftsmanship.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Bousfield can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, due to migration and globalisation. The name has maintained its presence as a reminder of the historical roots of British society and its diverse cultural heritage.
There are approximately 1,449 people named Bousfield in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,500th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Bousfield.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Ivan
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Robert
- William
Female
- Alison
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jane
- Julie
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan