FOSS
Foss
Foss is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that is widely found in the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Old Norse word fors, meaning waterfall or force, and was often used to describe someone who lived near a waterfall or fast-flowing stream.
The Foss surname is most commonly found in northern England, particularly in areas such as Yorkshire, Northumberland, and Cumberland, where there are numerous rivers and streams with the name Foss.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the Foss surname dates back to the 13th century in Yorkshire, indicating a long history of the name in the region. Over time, various branches of the Foss family have spread to other parts of the UK and beyond.
Members of the Foss family have been involved in a wide range of occupations over the centuries, including agriculture, trade, and more recently, professions such as law, medicine, and the arts.
Today, the surname Foss remains relatively common in the UK and is borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds and walks of life. The name continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the country's history and cultural heritage.
There are approximately 1,021 people named Foss in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,255th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Foss.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Keith
- Michael
- Paul
- Raymond
- Richard
- Robert
- William
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Dyan
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Janet
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Valerie