Kersey

Kersey is a surname of English origin that is locational, deriving from the village of Kersey in Suffolk, England. The village itself is recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Carseia," and the surname later evolved from the place name.

The name "Kersey" may also have alternative origins, deriving from the Old English word "caersige," which means "a marshy water meadow," suggesting that some bearers of this surname may have resided near such an area.

Throughout history, bearers of the surname Kersey have been predominantly found in the county of Suffolk, particularly in East Anglia. Notable individuals with the surname Kersey have made significant contributions in various fields, including academics, literature, politics, and the arts.

The Kersey surname is a part of the rich tapestry of British family names, reflecting the diverse history and heritage of the people of the United Kingdom. Over the years, the surname has spread beyond its original Suffolk roots, with individuals bearing the name found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world due to migration and globalisation.

There are approximately 1,129 people named Kersey in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,723rd most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Kersey.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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

  • David
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Simon
  • Thomas

Female

  • Amanda
  • Carol
  • Christine
  • Dorothy
  • Emma
  • Jacqueline
  • Jennifer
  • Julie
  • Kathleen
  • Lindsey
  • Mary
  • Natalie
  • Nicola
  • Sarah
  • Valerie

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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