BUCKERFIELD
Buckerfield
Buckerfield is a British surname of Old English origin, derived from the words "bucca" meaning male goat and "feld" meaning field. The name is believed to have originated as a topographic or occupational surname for someone living near a goat field or working with goats.
The Buckerfield surname is most commonly found in southern England, particularly in the counties of Sussex and Hampshire. The earliest recorded instance of the name dates back to the 13th century in Sussex.
Over the centuries, the Buckerfield surname has been borne by various individuals who have made notable contributions in their respective fields. Some families bearing the Buckerfield name have been involved in agriculture and farming, reflecting the possible occupational origins of the surname.
Today, individuals with the surname Buckerfield can be found across the United Kingdom and in some parts of the world where British descendants have settled. The name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a connection to its historical roots and the people who once bore it.
There are approximately 120 people named Buckerfield in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Buckerfield.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Fred
- Frederick
- Geoffrey
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Kevin
- Lee
- Mark
- Paul
- Roger
Female
- Clare
- Diane
- Emma
- Joan
- Karmen
- Michelle
- Rhiannon
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Tanya
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