DE GREY
Recorded variant spellings include De Grey, Degrey
This is a prefixed surname which is sometimes recorded without the prefix. See also Grey
De Grey
Pronunciation: /də ɡreɪ/
The surname de Grey has its origins in Norman England, with the name likely being introduced after the Norman Conquest of 1066. De Grey is an anglicised form of the Norman-French name "de Grai" or "de Gray", which is derived from the Old French word "grai" meaning "grey".
The de Grey family has been a prominent noble family in England for centuries, with their seat at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire. The family played significant roles in British history, holding titles such as Baron Grey of Codnor, Baron Grey of Wilton, and Baron Walsingham.
One of the most famous members of the de Grey family was Thomas de Grey, 2nd Earl de Grey, who served as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland and was a prominent politician in the 19th century. The family's involvement in politics, as well as their contributions to the arts, literature, and sciences, have cemented their legacy in British history.
Today, the surname de Grey is not as common as it once was, but it continues to hold a place of distinction in British genealogy and heraldry. The family's ancestral home, Wrest Park, now serves as a country estate open to the public, offering a glimpse into the history and heritage of the de Grey family.
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There are approximately 86 people named de Grey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named de Grey.
Famous people named de Grey
- Aubrey de Grey - Writer and biomedical gerontologist
- Spencer de Grey - Architect
- Nigel de Grey - Code breaker (1886 to 1951)
- Roger de Grey - Landscape painter (1918 to 1995)
- Thomas de Grey, 2nd Earl de Grey - Tory politician (1781 to 1859)
- Arnald de Grey - Amateur cricketer (1856 to 1889)
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