FURMAGE
Furmage
Furmage is a British surname of English origin. The surname is believed to have occupational roots, deriving from the Middle English word "fermory," meaning a storeroom or pantry where provisions were kept. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have been involved in managing or working in such storage areas.
The first recorded instance of the Furmage surname dates back to the late 16th century, with various spellings such as Fermage and Fermidge appearing in historical records. Over the centuries, the surname has been passed down through generations, and individuals bearing the name can be found across different regions of the United Kingdom.
Like many surnames, Furmage may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time due to factors such as dialectal variations and clerical errors in record-keeping. Despite these changes, the surname remains a distinctive part of British heritage.
Today, individuals with the surname Furmage can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. The name serves as a link to the past, reflecting the occupations and roles of ancestors who bore it generations ago.
There are approximately 287 people named Furmage in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Furmage.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Alan
- David
- Gareth
- Gary
- George
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Steve
- Wayne
Female
- Ar
- Janette
- Joy
- Lesley
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sharon
- Susan