Jeffers

Jeffers is a surname of English origin, derived from the personal name Geoffrey which means "God's peace". Individuals with the surname Jeffers can trace their heritage back to England, where the name is most commonly found. The name Jeffers is considered to be of patronymic origin, meaning it is derived from the first name of the bearer's father, such as a variation of "son of Geoffrey".

Notable People

Some notable individuals with the surname Jeffers include:

  • Danny Jeffers: A fictional character in British literature.
  • Sarah Jeffers: A renowned psychologist and author from England.
  • James Jeffers: An influential figure in the field of British history.

Genealogy

The Jeffers family name can be traced to various regions in England, with a concentration seen in the southern counties. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Jeffers have migrated to different parts of the United Kingdom and the world, spreading their heritage and family history.

The name Jeffers continues to be passed down through generations, with many descendants proudly bearing this distinguished English surname.

There are approximately 1,846 people named Jeffers in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,491st most common surname in Britain. Around 28 in a million people in Britain are named Jeffers.

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
  • Anthony
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Alison
  • Ann
  • Annetta
  • Barbara
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Karen
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Michelle
  • Patricia
  • Pauline
  • Rachel
  • Sarah

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