CUSTIS
Custis
Origin and History: Custis is an Anglo-Saxon surname of English origin. It derives from the Old English personal name "Cyst", which means "choice" or "famous". The name Custis dates back to the medieval period in England and is recorded in various forms such as Custys, Custy, and Custiss.
Distribution: The surname Custis is relatively rare and is mainly found in specific regions of the United Kingdom, particularly in England.
Notable Individuals: One of the notable individuals bearing the surname Custis is John Custis (1678–1749), an American planter and colonial politician in Virginia. His descendants were influential figures in American history, including Martha Custis Washington, the wife of George Washington, the first President of the United States.
Coat of Arms: The Custis family does not have a recognised coat of arms associated with the surname.
Legacy: The Custis surname has left a lasting legacy in various historical and genealogical records, particularly in the United States due to the prominence of the Custis family in American colonial and early presidential history.
References:
- P. H. Reaney, R. M. Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames (Oxford University Press, Oxford, 1997)
- W. A. Custis, Custis Genealogy (J. Munsell Publishing, Albany, 1877)
There are approximately 27 people named Custis in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Custis.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Kevin
- Patrick
- Shaun
Female
- Amanda