BOVEY
Bovey
Origin and Meaning: Bovey is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "bofa", which means "bean-farm". The surname is locational, referring to a person from one of the various places named Bovey in England, such as Bovey Tracey in Devon.
History: The Bovey surname has been documented in England since medieval times. It was first recorded in the 12th century in Devon, where the Bovey family held a seat from ancient times, and several manors were granted to individuals who adopted the name Bovey.
Notable Individuals:
- Stephen Bovey (1937-2010): A British boxing promoter known for his work in developing young talent in the sport.
- Catherine Bovey (b. 1975): A British actress who has appeared in various stage productions and television shows.
Variants: Variants of the Bovey surname include Boovey, Boey, and Bovy.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames (Oxford Paperback Reference). Oxford University Press.
- Lower, M. A. (1860). Patronymica Britannica: A Dictionary of Family Names of the United Kingdom. J.R. Smith.
Please note: The information provided is a general overview of the Bovey surname and may not encompass all variations or historical details.
There are approximately 542 people named Bovey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Bovey.
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
- Adrian
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Grant
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Anthea
- Caroline
- Claire
- Dorothy
- Hannah
- Helen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maxine
- Nicola
- Philippa
- Sarah