LAUNCHBURY
Also recorded as Launch Bury
Launchbury
Launchbury is an English surname of British origin. The exact etymology of the name is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated in Warwickshire, where the Launchbury family had established themselves in ancient times.
The Launchbury surname is relatively rare, with only a small number of individuals bearing this name. The name is likely to have evolved from a place name or a combination of old English words, with "launch" possibly referring to a watercourse or a small boat, and "bury" indicating a fortified place or settlement.
Individuals with the surname Launchbury can be traced back to various regions in England, with records showing their presence in Warwickshire and surrounding areas. The Launchbury family may have been landowners or farmers in these regions, and their surname would have been passed down through generations.
Today, the surname Launchbury may still be found in different parts of the United Kingdom, with descendants of the original family members potentially residing in various regions. The Launchbury name, although not widely recognised, carries with it a sense of tradition and heritage for those who bear it.
There are approximately 412 people named Launchbury in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Launchbury.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Brian
- David
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Simon
- Stephen
- Steve
Female
- Amanda
- Claire
- Emma
- Janet
- Jean
- Linda
- Maureen
- Sarah
- Tracy
- Victoria
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