JEFF
Jeff
Jeff is a surname of English origin, deriving from the medieval given name "Geoffrey" or "Jeffrey". The name originates from the Old French name "Gaufrid" or "Jeufroi", which in turn comes from the Germanic elements gaut meaning "Goth" and frid meaning "peace".
The surname Jeff is relatively common throughout the United Kingdom and can be found in various historical records dating back to the Middle Ages. Individuals bearing the surname Jeff have been noted in different regions of Britain, with notable concentrations in counties such as Norfolk, Suffolk, and Kent.
The Jeff surname has been borne by individuals of various backgrounds and professions over the centuries. It has been associated with people from diverse walks of life, including artisans, farmers, merchants, and professionals. Today, individuals with the surname Jeff can be found across the UK and worldwide, reflecting the dispersion of families over time.
The surname Jeff is part of the rich tapestry of British surnames and contributes to the broader cultural heritage of the country. Its origins, evolution, and distribution offer insights into the historical and social fabric of Britain and the diverse influences that have shaped its population.
There are approximately 668 people named Jeff in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Jeff.
Surname type: From given name or forename
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
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- Frederick
- Ian
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Alison
- Anita
- Deborah
- Diane
- Franciszka
- Janet
- Julie
- Linda
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracy
Similar and related surnames
- Geoffrey
- Jeffery
- Jeffrie
- Jeffryes
- Jeffry
- Jefferis
- Jeffreys
- Jeffs
- Jepson
- Jefferson
- Jefferies
- Jeffries
- Jeffrey
- Jaffe
- Jaffa
- Jave
- Jaffee
- Geffs
- Jaff
- Jef
- Jeffe
- Geeve
- Geof
- Geoff
- Geva
- Gieve
- Giff
- Giove
- Giva
- Give
- Jaf
- Jafe
- Jaffs
- Japha
- Jav
- Java
- Javia
- Jeeva
- Jeeve
- Jeffay
- Jeffes
- Jeffey
- Jeffeys
- Jeffies
- Jeffre
- Jeffus
- Jefia
- Jefs
- Jeive
- Jeve
- Jiff
- Jiva
- Joffe
- Joof
- Jouffe
- Jouve
- Jove
- Juff
- Juva
- Juve
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.