HUMPRIES
Humphries
Humphries is a surname of English origin, derived from the personal name Humphrey, which is rooted in Old French and Germanic elements. The name was popularised in medieval England and has since evolved into various spellings, with "Humphries" being one of them.
The etymology of the name "Humphrey" can be traced back to the Old High German name "Hunfrid," which is composed of the elements "hun," meaning 'bear cub', and "fridu," meaning 'peace.' The name spread throughout England following the Norman Conquest of 1066.
Individuals bearing the surname Humphries can be found throughout British history and beyond, with notable figures in various fields such as literature, politics, entertainment, and sports. The name has diversified into different branches and has spread globally due to migration and settlement patterns.
Today, the surname Humphries continues to be prevalent in the United Kingdom and has established itself as a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames. It serves as a reminder of the historical and cultural influences that have shaped the British Isles over the centuries.
There are approximately 58 people named Humpries in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Humpries.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- Jamie
- John
- Leslie
- Mark
- Mike
- Peter
- Robert
- Ronald
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Dawn
- Emma
- Gemma
- Helen
- Linda
- Lisa
- Louise
- Lynda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Minnie
- Sally
- Sara
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.