HARVIE
Harvie
Harvie is a surname of Scottish origin, derived from the personal name Harvey. This surname is a patronymic form of the given name, meaning "son of Harvey".
Origin:
The name Harvey itself is of Old Breton origin, derived from the Old Breton personal name Haerviu. It was introduced into England and Scotland by the Normans after the Norman Conquest of 1066.
Distribution:
The surname Harvie is most commonly found in Scotland and the northern regions of England, particularly in areas with historically strong Celtic and Norman influences. It is also present in other English-speaking countries where Scottish immigrants settled.
Famous Bearers:
- George Harvie: A renowned Scottish poet and playwright from the 18th century.
- Sir Malcolm Harvie: A notable British historian and antiquarian known for his works on medieval Scotland.
Variants:
Variants of the surname include Harvey and Harvi.
The surname Harvie embodies a rich history and heritage, reflecting the influence of Celtic and Norman cultures in British nomenclature.
There are approximately 1,270 people named Harvie in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,132nd most common surname in Britain. Around 20 in a million people in Britain are named Harvie.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- George
- James
- John
- Mark
- Robert
- William
Female
- Ann
- Daniela
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jane
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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