JEFFRYES

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Jeffryes

Jeffryes is a British surname with an English origin. The name is a variant of the more common surname Jeffries, which itself is derived from the medieval personal name Geoffrey, meaning "peaceful ruler".

The Jeffryes surname is believed to have originated in England, particularly in the southwestern region of the country. The name has seen various spelling variations over the centuries, including Jefferys, Jeffreys, and Jeffries.

Individuals bearing the surname Jeffryes can be found throughout British history, with notable figures appearing in records dating back to the medieval era. The name has spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by descendants of those original bearers.

Today, the Jeffryes surname continues to be present in British society, representing a part of the rich tapestry of the country's familial and historical heritage.

There are approximately 190 people named Jeffryes in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Jeffryes.

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

Adam
Andrew
Christopher
David
Derek
Keith
Lee
Michael
Nigel
Paul
Peter
Richard
Steven

Female

Carol
Doreen
Emma
Gillian
Janine
Julie
Karen
Kelly
Linda
Margaret
Michelle
Nicola
Sheila
Susan
Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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