HANDBURY
Handbury
Handbury is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to localities in England. The etymology of the surname is thought to be topographical, derived from old English words 'hand' meaning hand, and 'bury' meaning enclosure or fortified place. The combination of these elements suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have lived near or been associated with a fortified place.
The Handbury surname has been found predominantly in regions across England, particularly in the West Midlands and South East England. Over time, variations in spelling have been recorded, including Handbery and Handberry.
Historical records show instances of individuals with the Handbury surname engaged in a variety of occupations, from agricultural work to skilled trades. The surname has been passed down through generations, reflecting familial ties and ancestral lineage.
Today, individuals bearing the Handbury surname can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and across the world, owing to migrations and the global spread of British culture. The surname continues to carry with it a sense of heritage and belonging for those who bear it, connecting them to their English roots.
There are approximately 151 people named Handbury in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Handbury.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Graham
- John
- Kitt
- Lee
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Amy
- Barbara
- Dawn
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Kerry
- Rebecca
- Selena
- Susan