NEMES
Nemes
Origin and Meaning
Nemes is a British surname with roots in Eastern Europe. The surname Nemes is of Hungarian origin, derived from the Hungarian word 'nemes', meaning 'noble' or 'aristocratic'. It is believed to have been used as an honorific title to denote a person of noble birth or social status.
Distribution and Popularity
The surname Nemes is relatively rare in Britain, with most occurrences found in areas with significant Hungarian or Eastern European communities. It is more commonly found in countries such as Hungary, Romania, and Slovakia.
Notable Bearers
- Julia Nemes: A renowned Hungarian artist known for her intricate folk art designs.
- Istvan Nemes: A notable Hungarian historian and author, celebrated for his works on medieval European history.
Variants and Derivations
Variants of the surname Nemes include Nemeth, which is a common variation in Hungary, and Nemecz, which is found in parts of Romania and Slovakia. These variations may have resulted from regional dialects or historical migrations of Hungarian populations.
There are approximately 123 people named Nemes in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Nemes.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Balint
- Ben
- David
- Ioan
- John
- Mihai
- Robert
- Sandor
- Zoltan
Female
- Amy
- Anita
- Dorottya
- Jayne
- Joanne
- Kinga
- Maria
- Marion
- Mirela
- Nora