JEFFERIS
Jefferis
Jefferis is an English surname of patronymic origin, derived from the given name Geoffrey or Jeffrey. The name is of Germanic origin, with "Geoffrey" meaning "peaceful gift" or "gift of God". The surname is first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, suggesting its early establishment in England.
The Jefferis surname has been found in various regions across England, with notable concentrations in areas such as Cornwall, Hampshire, and Gloucestershire. Over time, the name may have undergone spelling variations, including Jeffries and Jeffris, reflecting the historical development of the English language.
Individuals bearing the Jefferis surname have made contributions in various fields, including academia, literature, and politics. Genealogical studies and family histories have helped preserve the legacy of the Jefferis name, providing insights into the lives and achievements of those who have carried the surname.
Today, the Jefferis surname continues to be passed down through generations, connecting individuals to their ancestral roots and heritage. With its rich history and widespread distribution, the Jefferis surname remains an integral part of the tapestry of English surnames.
There are approximately 532 people named Jefferis in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Jefferis.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Timothy
Female
- Barbara
- Carolyn
- Catherine
- Doreen
- Elaine
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Joanne
- Katie
- Laura
- Patricia
- Susan
- Susanne
Similar and related surnames
- Geffers
- Geffery
- Geffreys
- Geoffrey
- Geoffroy
- Jafari
- Jaferi
- Jafery
- Jaffari
- Jaffer
- Jafferi
- Jafferies
- Jaffers
- Jaffery
- Jaffray
- Jaffrey
- Jaffreys
- Javeri
- Jeevers
- Jeferey
- Jeferies
- Jefery
- Jeff
- Jeffares
- Jeffaries
- Jeffary
- Jeffears
- Jeffer
- Jefferay
- Jefferd
- Jefferds
- Jeffereis
- Jefferes
- Jefferey
- Jeffereys
- Jefferie
- Jefferies
- Jefferiess
- Jefferiss
- Jefferries
- Jefferry
- Jeffers
- Jefferson
- Jeffery
- Jefferyes
- Jefferys
- Jeffiers
- Jeffires
- Jeffiries
- Jeffiry
- Jeffords
- Jeffory
- Jeffree
- Jeffrees
- Jeffreies
- Jeffrey
- Jeffreys
- Jeffri
- Jeffrie
- Jeffries
- Jeffris
- Jeffriss
- Jeffry
- Jeffryes
- Jeffryis
- Jeffrys
- Jeffs
- Jefreys
- Jefries
- Jepson
- Jevers
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