BOYACK
Boyack
Boyack is a surname of Scottish origin, predominantly found in the northern regions of the United Kingdom. The surname is believed to be of locational ancestry, deriving from the place name "Boviacum," potentially meaning "a settlement of cattle" in Old English.
The Boyack surname is predominantly associated with Scotland, particularly the areas of Perthshire and Clackmannanshire. Over time, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by individuals who migrated for various reasons.
Notable individuals with the Boyack surname have made contributions in various fields, including academics, politics, and the arts. The surname has retained its distinctiveness and is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 207 people named Boyack in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Boyack.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- George
- Ian
- James
- Jeremiah
- John
- Peter
- Steven
- Stewart
- Wayne
Female
- Annie
- Christina
- Claire
- Elaine
- Esmee
- Jennifer
- Miriam
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Sophie
- Susan