GREBBY
Grebby
Grebby is a British surname of English origin, which is believed to have medieval roots. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Grep", compounded with the diminutive suffix "y".
Historically, the surname Grebby has been predominantly found in the Lincolnshire area of England. The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the early 13th century in the Lincolnshire region.
Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Grebby have been documented in various records such as parish registers, census records, and legal documents, illustrating the spread of the name across different parts of England.
Like many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Grebby may have undergone alterations over time due to factors such as dialectal influences, clerical errors in record-keeping, or individual preferences.
Today, individuals with the surname Grebby can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world. The name continues to be a testament to the rich genealogical history of the British Isles.
There are approximately 193 people named Grebby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Grebby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Antony
- Brian
- Carl
- Christopher
- David
- Henry
- James
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Michael
- Robert
- Steven
Female
- Christine
- Diane
- Eileen
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Kathleen
- Lisa
- Louise
- Maureen
- Nicola
- Susan