LUSTY
Lusty
Lusty is an old English surname that is of Anglo-Saxon origin. The surname Lusty derives from the Old English word "lust", which means pleasure or desire. It is commonly believed to have been used as a nickname for someone who was known for their lively and amorous personality.
The Lusty surname has been found in various parts of England, with historical records showing concentrations in counties such as Sussex, Hampshire, and Dorset. It was often found in rural areas, indicating that the original bearers were likely agricultural workers or farmers.
Over the centuries, the Lusty surname has evolved and diversified through the branches of the family tree. Variations in spelling such as Lustie, Lusted, and Lust have been recorded, reflecting the flexibility of surnames in historical records.
Today, individuals with the surname Lusty can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world as a result of migration and globalisation. The name continues to carry with it a sense of heritage and a connection to its English roots.
There are approximately 757 people named Lusty in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,145th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Lusty.
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
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
- Trevor
- William
Female
- Alison
- Caroline
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gina
- Janet
- Jean
- Lesley
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Victoria