Glasby

Glasby is a surname of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic words glaiss and buidhe, meaning "yellow stream". The name is thought to have been given to someone who lived near a stream with yellowish water or a field of yellow flowers.

The Glasby family is primarily located in Scotland and England, with historical records showing concentrations of the surname in the counties of Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. The name has also spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond through migration and dispersal.

Members of the Glasby family have been associated with a diverse range of occupations, reflecting the changing social and economic landscape of Britain over the centuries. They have engaged in professions such as farming, fishing, trade, and more recently, a variety of white-collar roles.

The Glasby surname carries with it a sense of heritage and tradition, representing a link to the past and a continuation of family legacy. Today, individuals bearing the name Glasby can be found across various walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society.

There are approximately 771 people named Glasby in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,029th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Glasby.

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

  • Adam
  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Douglas
  • John
  • Lee
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert

Female

  • Angela
  • Anita
  • Barbara
  • Claire
  • Donna
  • Helen
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Natalie
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Rachel
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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