CHURCHES
Churches
Churches is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "cirice," meaning church. The name likely originated as a topographic or occupational surname for someone who lived by or worked at a church.
The surname Churches is relatively uncommon, with a scattered distribution primarily in England. Historical records suggest that the surname may have been more prevalent in the past, particularly in the southern regions of England.
Individuals bearing the surname Churches have contributed to various fields and professions, although detailed information on notable figures with this surname may be limited due to its rarity.
As with many surnames, variations may exist, such as Church, Churcher, or Churchman. Genealogical research and historical records may provide further insight into the lineage and background of individuals with the surname Churches.
There are approximately 285 people named Churches in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Churches.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- Brian
- David
- Gareth
- Gordon
- Jamie
- Joe
- John
- Michael
- Philip
- Robert
- Steven
- Thomas
Female
- Angharad
- Elizabeth
- Ethel
- Gloria
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Louise
- Mandy
- Pat
- Shirley
- Susan
- Victoria
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.