FLEGG
Flegg
The surname Flegg is of English origin and has its roots in the region of Norfolk, East Anglia, in the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Old English word "fleget" which means 'rushes', and likely referred to someone who lived near an area with rushes or reeds. The Flegg family line can be traced back to the medieval period in Norfolk, with records indicating their presence in various parishes.
Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Flegg have been found engaged in a variety of occupations, from agricultural work to trades in the growing towns and cities of Norfolk. The Flegg name has been associated with diverse activities and areas such as fishing, farming, and even seafaring. The family's historical connections to the region suggest a deep-rooted link to the local landscape and its industries.
Throughout the years, branches of the Flegg family have spread to other parts of England, including Yorkshire and Lancashire, but the name remains most strongly associated with its Norfolk origins. Variants of the Flegg surname have been recorded, including Fleck and Flick, reflecting the phonetic changes that names undergo as they are passed down through generations.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Flegg can be found across Britain and beyond, with some descendants having emigrated to countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. The Flegg name continues to carry the legacy of its Norfolk heritage and the diverse occupations and lifestyles of its ancestors.
There are approximately 629 people named Flegg in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Flegg.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- Jason
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nigel
- Peter
- Stephen
- Wayne
Female
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Susan
- Wendy