JARVIE
Jarvie
Jarvie is a British surname of Scottish origin. The name can be traced back to the medieval Scottish Highlands, where it likely originated as a patronymic surname meaning "son of Harvey". The term "harvey" itself is derived from the Old Breton name "Haerviu", meaning "battle worthy".
The Jarvie family is believed to have been prominent in the regions of Stirlingshire and Perthshire in Scotland. Members of the Jarvie clan were known for their loyalty and bravery, and many were associated with the stewardship of lands and other leadership roles within their communities.
Over time, the surname Jarvie has spread beyond its Scottish roots and can now be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and the wider world, carried by descendants of the original Scottish bearers. Notable individuals with the surname Jarvie have made contributions to various fields, including literature, politics, and academia.
Today, the surname Jarvie remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the heritage and history of the Scottish clans from which it originated.
There are approximately 1,588 people named Jarvie in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,113th most common surname in Britain. Around 24 in a million people in Britain are named Jarvie.
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
- Alexander
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Karen
- Laura
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Susan
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