Mogg

The surname Mogg is of English origin, primarily found in the southern counties of England. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Mogge," a diminutive form of "Margaret." The surname Mogg is classified as a patronymic name, indicating that it was originally based on the given name of an ancestor, in this case, Mogge.

The Mogg family name dates back to medieval times in England, with records showing variations such as Mogge and Moggs. The name became established as a hereditary surname as early as the 14th century. Over time, the Mogg surname has been passed down through generations, leading to the diverse branches of the Mogg family found across the United Kingdom and beyond.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Mogg have made their mark in various fields, from politics and business to the arts. The most well-known figure associated with the name is Jacob Rees-Mogg, a prominent British Conservative politician and Member of Parliament.

The Mogg surname continues to be present in modern-day Britain, with descendants of the original bearers of the name maintaining a sense of pride in their family heritage. The legacy of the Mogg family name serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of British history and the enduring influence of ancestry on contemporary society.

There are approximately 1,158 people named Mogg in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,594th most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Mogg.

Surname type: From given name or forename

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

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Daniel
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Stephen

Female

  • Ann
  • Christine
  • Deborah
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Gillian
  • Kirstie
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Rebecca
  • Samantha
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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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