Boys

The surname Boys is of Old English origin, derived from the medieval given name "Boi" which means "boy" or "servant". It is classified as a patronymic surname, indicating descent from a male ancestor.

The surname Boys is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with Anglo-Saxon influence. Over time, the name has spread to other English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Historically, individuals bearing the surname Boys have been noted in various records and documents. Notable figures with the surname include British television presenter Clover Boys and American astronaut Frank J. Boyd, whose surname is a variant of Boys.

The Boys family name has varied spellings and phonetic derivatives, including Bois, Boyes, and Boyce. This diversity in spelling is reflective of the evolution of language and the fluid nature of surnames over the centuries.

In conclusion, the surname Boys is a quintessentially British name with a rich history and diverse presence in countries with English-speaking populations.

There are approximately 1,069 people named Boys in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,011th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Boys.

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

  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Catherine
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Gladys
  • Helen
  • Linda
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan
  • Tina

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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