EMES
Emes
The surname Emes is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "emys" or "emse", meaning uncle. It is an example of a topographical or occupational surname, given to people who lived or worked near a relative or an uncle. The surname is believed to have originated in the medieval period and is an example of the patronymic naming tradition popular in England.
The Emes surname is relatively rare in comparison to other British surnames but can be found throughout the United Kingdom. Variants of the name include Eme, Eames, and Eams.
Individuals bearing the surname Emes have been traced back in historical records to various regions in the UK, including Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Derbyshire. The name has also been found in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, due to migration and emigration patterns.
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The Emes surname has a rich history and is part of the tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the diverse origins and occupations of the people who have borne it over the centuries.
Typical given names associated with the Emes surname
Male
- Charles
- Christopher
- David
- Geraint
- Gerald
- Ian
- Karl
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Eileen
- Emma
- Hannah
- Jennifer
- Kelly
- Linda
- Mary
- Maxine
- Penelope
- Rachel
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 287 people named Emes in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Emes.
Famous people named Emes
- Ian Emes - Film director
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.