MOXEY
Moxey
Origin and Meaning: Moxey is a surname of English origin, deriving from the Old English personal name "Mocca" and the suffix "-ey," meaning "island" or "settlement." The name is believed to have originated in the West Midlands of England.
Historical Significance: The Moxey surname has a long history in England, with records dating back to the early medieval period. The Moxey family has been predominantly associated with the counties of Staffordshire and Warwickshire. The name has undergone various spelling variations over the centuries, including Moxe, Moxie, and Mocksey.
Notable Individuals:
- Sir Henry Moxey (1882–1973): A British civil engineer and public servant known for his work in the field of civil aviation. Moxey played a key role in the development of aviation infrastructure in the United Kingdom.
- Michael Moxey (b. 1955): A British art historian and academic, specialising in the study of visual culture and the art of the Early Modern period. Moxey has authored several influential works in the field of art history.
Contemporary Distribution: The Moxey surname remains relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions historically associated with the name. However, individuals bearing the surname can be found in various parts of the country and beyond, reflecting the dispersal of families over time.
Variants and Derivatives: Variants of the Moxey surname include Moxe, Moxie, and Mocksey. These variations may be found in historical records due to differences in spelling conventions and regional accents.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 586 people named Moxey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Moxey.
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
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Timothy
Female
- Alison
- Bettine
- Denise
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Julie
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracy
- Victoria
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