CALVEY
Calvey
Calvey is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to the medieval era. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Calf", meaning a young cow or calf, combined with "ey", which denotes an island or other enclosed piece of land. The surname might have originally been a topographic name for someone who lived on an island or near an enclosure.
The Calvey surname is primarily found in the South West of England, particularly in counties such as Devon and Cornwall. It is not a particularly common surname and has its highest concentration in these regions.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Calvey have been involved in a variety of occupations and pursuits, ranging from farming and fishing to other trades and professions. Some notable individuals with the surname Calvey may have left their mark on local communities or achieved distinction in their chosen fields.
The history and origins of the Calvey surname provide an interesting insight into the rich tapestry of British surnames and their associations with specific regions and cultural heritage.
There are approximately 397 people named Calvey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Calvey.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Christopher
- James
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Sean
- Thomas
- Timothy
Female
- Angela
- Audrey
- Beverley
- Catherine
- Frances
- Jayne
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Rachael
- Rebecca
- Susan
- Wa
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