BUNGEY
Bungey
Bungey is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to the medieval times in the region of East Anglia, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk. The name is believed to be of locational origin, deriving from the Old English word "bunga", meaning a strip of land or a boundary.
Historically, families bearing the surname Bungey were predominantly associated with farming communities, reflecting the agrarian nature of East Anglia. Over the centuries, various branches of the Bungey family spread across different parts of England, while some members migrated to other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Notable individuals with the surname Bungey have made contributions to diverse fields ranging from literature and arts to science and politics. The surname has maintained a relatively low profile in the annals of British history but continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the heritage and legacy of the Bungey family.
In the modern era, individuals bearing the Bungey surname can be found in various professions and pursuits, embodying the rich tapestry of British heritage and contributing to the cultural mosaic that defines contemporary British society.
There are approximately 98 people named Bungey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Bungey.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Carl
- Joseph
- Karl
- Matthew
- Michael
- Philip
- Robin
- Timothy
- Walter
- William
Female
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Gwendoline
- Hannah
- Jane
- Katherine
- Kathleen
- Laura
- Miranda
- Susan
- Sydney