Neville

Neville is a British surname of Old French origin, derived from the place name Neuville, meaning "new settlement". The name has a long history in England dating back to the Norman Conquest of 1066. It is thought to have been brought to England by noble families of Norman descent.

The Neville family rose to prominence in medieval England, particularly during the War of the Roses, with prominent figures such as Richard Neville, the 16th Earl of Warwick, known as the "Kingmaker" for his influence on the conflict between the houses of York and Lancaster. The Neville family also held titles such as the Earls of Westmorland and Salisbury.

Over the centuries, the Neville surname has spread throughout the British Isles and beyond, carried by descendants of the original noble family and others who adopted the name.

Notable individuals with the surname Neville include the former England footballer Gary Neville and his brother Phil Neville, both of whom had successful careers in football.

The surname Neville remains a distinguished and recognised name in British history and culture, symbolising a legacy of nobility and influence.

There are approximately 7,678 people named Neville in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,224th most common surname in Britain. Around 118 in a million people in Britain are named Neville.

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
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert

Female

  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Karen
  • Kathleen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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