JOBBER
Jobber
The surname Jobber is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "jobbe" which means "a cartload" or "a pack". It is believed that the surname was originally used to denote someone who worked as a peddler or a hawker, selling goods from a cart or pack.
Distribution and Frequency
The surname Jobber is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in the southern regions of England. It is not among the most common surnames in the UK, and its frequency is considered to be low.
Notable Individuals
There are no prominent historical figures associated with the surname Jobber. However, individuals with the surname Jobber may have made contributions to various fields over the years, including business, academia, and the arts.
Variants
Variants of the surname Jobber may include Jobberd, Jobbert, and Jobberz.
References
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1995). A Dictionary of English Surnames (3rd ed.). Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 195 people named Jobber in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Jobber.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Colin
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Keith
- Paul
- Peter
- Sidney
- Stephen
- Terence
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Brenda
- Christine
- Hayley
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Katherine
- Sarah
- Susan