DRUCE
Druce
Druce is a surname of Old French origin, believed to have been brought to England during the Norman Conquest of 1066. The name is derived from the pre-7th century personal name "Drogo," meaning "ghost" or "phantom" in Old Norse.
The first recorded instance of the Druce surname in England dates back to the early 13th century, where it appears in the Hundred Rolls of Oxfordshire in 1273, a register of the inhabitants of a specific area. Over the centuries, the surname has evolved and branched out, often appearing with variant spellings such as Droose, Druse, and Drewes.
Notable bearers of the Druce surname include Edward Druce, a British architect known for his work in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and Major-General Sir Richard Druce, a distinguished military officer who served in various campaigns.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Druce can be found across the United Kingdom and other parts of the English-speaking world, with concentrations in regions historically associated with Norman influence. The name continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive a connection to the rich tapestry of British history and heritage.
There are approximately 1,421 people named Druce in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,608th most common surname in Britain. Around 22 in a million people in Britain are named Druce.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
Female
- Christine
- Denise
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jane
- Margaret
- Naomi
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan