LAMPEY
Lampey
Lampey is a British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The surname Lampey is a variant of the more common surname Lamprey, which is derived from the Old French word "lampreie", meaning "lamprey", a type of fish. The Lamprey fish was a popular food item in medieval England, and it is believed that the surname may have been given to someone who sold or caught lampreys, or perhaps to someone who had a particular affinity for them.
The first recorded instance of the surname Lampey dates back to the early 13th century in England. Over the centuries, the surname has undergone various spellings and alterations, including Lampley, Lempy, and Lamprey. The Lampey surname is most commonly found in southern England, particularly in the counties of Hampshire and Dorset.
Individuals bearing the surname Lampey have been known to have various occupations, including fishermen, merchants, and craftsmen. The name may also suggest a connection to coastal regions due to the historical association with the lamprey fish.
Today, the Lampey surname is relatively rare, with few individuals carrying this name. However, those who bear the Lampey surname can trace their ancestry back to an ancient lineage with ties to medieval England and the traditional fishing industry.
There are approximately 134 people named Lampey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Lampey.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Bernard
- Frederick
- Liam
- Matthew
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Richard
- Ross
- Stephen
- Steven
- William
Female
- Carol
- Christine
- Clare
- Helle
- Jacqueline
- Joanna
- Julie
- Marie
- Mary
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Susan