Eversfield

Eversfield is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The surname is locational, deriving from places in Sussex, England, and historically associated with the Eversfield family of Sussex.

The Eversfield family can be traced back to the 13th century, where they were prominent landowners in the Sussex area. The family name is believed to have originated from the Old English words 'eofor' meaning "boar" and 'feld' meaning "field," denoting someone living by a field inhabited by wild boars.

Over the centuries, the Eversfield family has been known for its involvement in various aspects of English society, including landowning, agriculture, and local governance. The Eversfields were patrons of the arts and supported charitable causes in their community.

Today, the surname Eversfield is relatively rare, with most bearers having ancestral ties to the Sussex region. The name carries with it a sense of tradition and heritage, reflecting the long history of the Eversfield family in England.

Notable bearers of the Eversfield surname may include individuals who have made contributions to their respective fields of expertise or have excelled in various endeavours.

There are approximately 308 people named Eversfield in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Eversfield.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Chris
  • Daniel
  • Darren
  • Elliot
  • Geoffrey
  • John
  • Kirk
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Stephen
  • Stuart
  • William

Female

  • Emma
  • Hayley
  • Julie
  • Lesley
  • Meryl
  • Natasha
  • Rebecca
  • Samantha
  • Sharon
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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