JOICEY
Joicey
Joicey is a surname of English origins, particularly prevalent in the northern regions of England. The name is believed to have derived from the Old French personal name "Josse", meaning "God will add" or "may he add."
Origins
The Joicey surname is thought to have its roots in Norman, French, and English cultures. It is likely to have been introduced to England after the Norman Conquest of 1066. Variants of the surname include Joycey, Joysy, Jusey, and Juisey.
Distribution
The surname Joicey is most commonly found in the regions of Northumberland, Durham, and Yorkshire in England. Over time, families with the Joicey surname have spread across the United Kingdom and beyond, with descendants residing in various parts of the world.
Notable Individuals
- Allan Duncan Joicey (1863–1946): A British businessman and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the fields of entomology and ornithology.
- Charles Joicey (1850–1936): An English cricketer who played for Yorkshire County Cricket Club in the late 19th century.
Heraldic Arms
The Joicey family has a distinctive coat of arms which typically features heraldic symbols such as lions, chevrons, and crosses. These symbols are used to represent the family's values, achievements, and lineage.
The surname Joicey holds a place in British history and continues to be passed down through generations as a reminder of the family's heritage and traditions.
There are approximately 214 people named Joicey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Joicey.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Brian
- Ian
- James
- John
- Martin
- Nicholas
- North
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Saul
- William
Female
- Agnes
- Amelia
- Celia
- Elizabeth
- Hannah
- Karen
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Susan
- Sylvia
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.