CASH
Cash
Cash is a surname of English origin that has been recorded in historical documents dating back to the 13th century. The surname is believed to have originated from the Old French word "cachere," which means chest or coffer, and was often used to refer to someone who worked with money or handled financial matters.
Origin:
The surname Cash is derived from the Anglo-Norman French word "cachere," which was used to describe a person who worked as a money handler or a treasurer. Over time, the name evolved into "Cash" and became associated with individuals involved in financial transactions or accounting.
Distribution:
The surname Cash is most commonly found in England and Ireland, with significant concentrations in regions such as Yorkshire, London, and Dublin.
Notable Individuals:
- Johnny Cash (1932-2003): An iconic American country music singer and songwriter with roots in the Southern United States. Despite not being of British origin, Johnny Cash's prominence has brought attention to the surname globally.
Variants:
Variants of the surname Cash include Cashe, Cach, and Caches. These variants may have developed over time due to regional accents, dialects, or spelling variations.
References:
Tracing the lineage of the Cash surname can provide insights into the historical, cultural, and societal contexts in which individuals bearing this name lived and worked. Genealogical records, historical archives, and local repositories can be valuable resources for those interested in exploring the roots of the Cash surname further.
There are approximately 3,675 people named Cash in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,516th most common surname in Britain. Around 56 in a million people in Britain are named Cash.
Surname type: From given name or forename
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
Female
- Christine
- Eileen
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Julie
- June
- Katherine
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.