BOYES
Also recorded as Boy Es
Boyes
Boyes is a British surname of medieval origins, derived from the Middle English word 'boy', meaning a male child or servant. The surname Boyes is of patronymic origin, indicating descent from a father named Boye. Variants of the name include Boyce, Boice, and Boyse.
The Boyes surname is primarily found in the northern counties of England, particularly Yorkshire and Lancashire. It is believed to have been first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. Over the centuries, the Boyes family has spread throughout the United Kingdom and beyond, with notable concentrations in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Individuals with the surname Boyes have played various roles in British history, including notable figures in the fields of literature, politics, and academia. The name has also been associated with trade and commerce, with Boyes likely originating as a occupational surname for someone working as a servant or apprentice.
The Boyes surname continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the tapestry of British surnames and reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the country.
There are approximately 5,643 people named Boyes in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,676th most common surname in Britain. Around 87 in a million people in Britain are named Boyes.
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jane
- Jean
- Joanne
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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