Keeble

Keeble is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Cybbel" or "Cybba." The name first appeared in the early 13th century in the county of Norfolk in East Anglia, England, where the Keeble family gained prominence and established a significant presence.

The Keeble family has a rich history and has been associated with various notable individuals and achievements. In the 19th century, the Reverend John Keeble, an Anglican clergyman, theologian, and author, rose to prominence for his influential religious writings. Another notable figure was Edward Keeble, an English artist known for his landscape paintings and depictions of rural life in the English countryside.

Throughout the centuries, the Keeble surname has spread beyond its East Anglian origins and can now be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and overseas. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its presence and significance in British genealogy and history.

There are approximately 5,085 people named Keeble in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,855th most common surname in Britain. Around 78 in a million people in Britain are named Keeble.

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
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert

Female

  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Janet
  • Jean
  • Jennifer
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Victoria

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