Buss

The Buss surname is of English origin, with various possible etymologies. The name Buss may derive from the Middle English word "bussh" meaning bush, indicating that the surname was originally bestowed upon someone who lived near a prominent bush or thicket. Alternatively, it could derive from the Old French word "bois," meaning wood or forest, indicating a similar occupation or residence.

The Buss surname is widespread across England, particularly in the south and southeast regions. The name has variant spellings including Busse and Bush, reflecting historical variations in spelling conventions.

Notable individuals bearing the Buss surname include Thomas Buss, a 19th-century English painter known for his portraits, and Jeanie Buss, the current owner and president of the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team.

The Buss surname has endured through generations, reflecting the rich history and diverse origins of British surnames.

There are approximately 1,750 people named Buss in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,695th most common surname in Britain. Around 27 in a million people in Britain are named Buss.

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
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Brenda
  • Christine
  • Fiona
  • Jane
  • Joanne
  • Karen
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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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