Grix

Grix is a surname of English origin, believed to have its roots in the Middle Ages. The earliest records show that it is most commonly found in East Anglia, a region in the east of England.

The etymology of the name Grix is not definitively established, but it is possible that it is derived from the medieval English word grics, meaning 'grey'. This could suggest that the surname was originally used to describe someone with grey hair or perhaps to distinguish a person with a greyish complexion.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Grix have been recorded in various historical documents, including census records, parish registers, and other official archives. Over the centuries, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and even beyond its shores to countries where British settlers have made their home.

The proliferation of genealogical research and the availability of online records have facilitated the tracing of family histories, enabling individuals with the surname Grix to explore their ancestral roots and connections.

Today, the surname Grix continues to be borne by families across the UK and further afield, each bearing a unique link to the history and heritage of this notable English surname.

There are approximately 290 people named Grix in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Grix.

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

  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Geoffrey
  • Joe
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Martin
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Stephen
  • Wayne

Female

  • Amy
  • Diane
  • Dionne
  • Elaine
  • Elizabeth
  • Hannah
  • Karen
  • Kristine
  • Patricia
  • Rebecca
  • Samantha
  • Sandra
  • 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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