GAMAGE
Gamage
The surname Gamage is of Welsh origin, derived from the ancient personal name Gwrgan, meaning "good-looking". The name first appeared as a surname in the Welsh counties of Glamorgan and Monmouthshire.
Origins and Distribution
The Gamage surname is mainly found in South Wales and the bordering English counties. It is often spelled with variations such as Gamache or Gamege due to transliteration differences over the centuries.
Notable Individuals
1. Sir Edward Gamage
- A prominent figure during the Tudor era, Sir Edward Gamage was a courtier who served Queen Elizabeth I of England.
2. Kevin Gamage
- A notable modern-day figure bearing the surname Gamage is Kevin Gamage, a successful British entrepreneur.
Legacy
The Gamage surname possesses a rich history, with notable individuals contributing to various fields throughout the years. This name continues to be found in present-day British society, honouring the ancient Welsh roots from which it originated.
There are approximately 694 people named Gamage in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,760th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Gamage.
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
- David
- Derek
- Dumindu
- James
- Kevin
- Mark
- Martin
- Robert
- Ross
- Simon
- Stephen
- Steven
- William
Female
- Barbara
- Charmini
- Denise
- Jacqueline
- Jane
- Janet
- Joanne
- Katherine
- Kelly
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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