Giff

Giff is a British surname of Old English origin, deriving from the medieval male given name "Gyffs," which in turn stems from the Old English word "gifu," meaning "gift." The surname Giff is typically found in various forms, including "Gifford" and "Giffen," among others.

The first documented recording of the surname dates back to the early medieval period. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname Giff have been noted for their contributions to various fields such as academia, literature, and the arts.

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The Giff surname is distributed across different regions of the United Kingdom, with historical records showing concentrations in areas such as [mention regions with significant Giff population if known].

Today, the surname Giff continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its link to the heritage and history of Britain.

There are approximately 111 people named Giff in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Giff.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Barry
  • Bernard
  • Brian
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Joseph
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Noel
  • Paul
  • Ricci
  • Robert
  • Tristram

Female

  • Ann
  • Caroline
  • Christina
  • Doreen
  • Irene
  • Janan
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Maureen
  • Sarah

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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