Buxey

Buxey is a British surname that is believed to have originated in the county of Sussex. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English personal name "Bucca" and the suffix "-ey," which means island or enclosure. Therefore, Buxey could be interpreted to mean "Bucca's (place of) island or enclosure."

The Buxey surname is relatively uncommon and is found scattered throughout various regions of England. Individuals with the surname have been traced back to records dating as far back as the 16th century in Sussex, indicating a long-standing presence in the region.

Over time, individuals bearing the surname Buxey have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, as British emigrants took their surname with them to countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.

Like many British surnames, Buxey has likely evolved in spelling over the centuries due to variations in pronunciation and regional dialects. Different spellings of the surname may be encountered in historical records, including Buxey, Buksay, Bucsey, and others.

Today, individuals with the surname Buxey can be found across various professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a connection to the family's historical roots in Sussex and beyond.

There are approximately 254 people named Buxey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Buxey.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adam
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Arthur
  • Bob
  • David
  • George
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Steven
  • Timothy
  • William

Female

  • Angela
  • Elizabeth
  • Jenny
  • Kate
  • Lisa
  • Maria
  • Mary
  • Melissa
  • Rachael
  • 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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