MOYSE
Moyse
The surname Moyse is of English origin and derives from the medieval given name "Moyse," the Old French form of Moses, which is itself derived from the Hebrew name Moshe. The name gained popularity in Britain following the Norman Conquest in 1066.
The Moyse surname is considered to be a patronymic name, indicating descent from a male ancestor named Moyse. Over time, the name has evolved through different spellings such as Moise, Moyce, and Moyes.
Individuals with the surname Moyse can be traced back to various regions across the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in areas such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Essex.
Like many surnames, the Moyse family name has undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation over the centuries. Genealogical records reveal Morses, Moses, Moss, and more recently, Moyses, among the various forms the name has taken.
Today, the Moyse surname continues to be borne by families across the British Isles and beyond, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 1,314 people named Moyse in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,957th most common surname in Britain. Around 20 in a million people in Britain are named Moyse.
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
- Ian
- James
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Kathryn
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Tracey
- Victoria
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