Knee

Knee is a British surname that is believed to have originated from the Old English word "cnēow," meaning "knee." Surnames often developed from a person's occupation, place of origin, or a distinguishing characteristic, and "Knee" could have potentially referred to someone with strong or unique knees.

The surname Knee is relatively uncommon compared to some other British surnames but can be traced back to various regions across the country. Those bearing the surname Knee may have ancestral ties to regions such as Cornwall, Devon, and Yorkshire.

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Variants of the Knee surname may include Kne, Kneen, and Kneh.

Overall, the surname Knee provides a fascinating insight into the diverse range of British surnames and their origins.

There are approximately 749 people named Knee in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,223rd most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Knee.

Surname type: Nickname

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
  • Gerald
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Simon

Female

  • Carol
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Paula
  • Rebecca
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan
  • Yvonne

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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