JEYNES
Jeynes
The surname Jeynes is of English origin and is believed to be a variant of the surname Jayne, which itself derives from the given name John. The name John has ancient biblical origins and is a common given name in English-speaking countries.
The Jeynes surname is found predominantly in the United Kingdom, particularly in areas with Anglo-Saxon heritage. It is most commonly found in central England, with historical records showing concentrations in counties such as Warwickshire and Worcestershire.
The Jeynes surname may have originated as a patronymic surname, indicating the son of someone named John. Over time, variations in spelling and pronunciation led to the development of the Jeynes spelling.
Like many surnames of English origin, the Jeynes name may have evolved and diversified over the centuries due to regional dialects and handwriting variations in record-keeping. As a result, individuals with the surname Jeynes may encounter different spellings of the name in historical documents.
Notable individuals with the surname Jeynes have made contributions to various fields, including academia, arts, and sciences. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its place in British genealogy and history.
There are approximately 952 people named Jeynes in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,648th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Jeynes.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Lance
- Mark
- Matt
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
Female
- Alison
- Amanda
- Diane
- Jacqueline
- Julie
- Karen
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Victoria