Flis

Flis is a British surname that has its origins in the Anglo-Saxon culture. The name is derived from the Old English word fleos, meaning "swift" or "nimble." Surnames were commonly occupational in nature or derived from characteristics or locations, and Flis likely originated as a nickname for someone with a quick or agile nature.

The Flis surname is not as common as some others, but it can still be found in various regions across the United Kingdom. Over time, the surname may have undergone variations in spelling, as was common with many names in history.

Individuals carrying the Flis surname today may be able to trace their ancestry to specific regions or historical contexts, offering insight into the migration patterns and cultural influences that have shaped this family name over the centuries.

There are approximately 75 people named Flis in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Flis.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Artur
  • Damian
  • Grzegorz
  • Kamil
  • Krzysztof
  • Lukasz
  • Marcin
  • Piotr
  • Robert
  • Tomasz

Female

  • Agnieszka
  • Aleksandra
  • Barbara
  • Beata
  • Dorota
  • Joanna
  • Kamila
  • Katarzyna
  • Magdalena
  • Sharon

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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