HELPS
Helps
Helps is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English word "helpan," meaning to help or aid. The Helps surname is primarily found in the southern counties of England, such as Hampshire, Sussex, and Kent.
One prominent bearer of the surname Helps was Sir Arthur Helps (1813-1875), a British writer and essayist. He served as the principal private secretary to Queen Victoria and was known for his literary works on various subjects.
The Helps family has a long history in England, with records dating back centuries. The name has likely been passed down through generations, reflecting a tradition of assisting others or providing support.
Today, the Helps surname continues to be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by individuals who may trace their ancestry back to the original bearers of the name.
There are approximately 1,003 people named Helps in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,366th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Helps.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Colin
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
Female
- Ann
- Elizabeth
- Gwendolyn
- Helen
- Irene
- Jean
- Joanne
- Karen
- Margaret
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan