NI
Ni
Ni is a British surname of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic Ó Ní, meaning "descendant of Ní". The prefix "Ó" means "grandson" or "descendant", indicating a family connection.
The surname Ni is commonly found in areas with strong Irish heritage, such as Northern Ireland and parts of Scotland, where Irish immigrants settled in previous centuries. The name is associated with a rich cultural and historical heritage, often tracing back to specific clan affiliations and regions in Ireland.
Over time, the surname Ni has likely undergone various spelling changes and adaptations, reflecting the fluctuations in literacy and record-keeping practices. Today, individuals bearing the surname Ni can be found across the United Kingdom, often illustrating the diverse and multifaceted nature of British society.
Research into the genealogy and history of the Ni surname can offer valuable insights into the migration patterns, social structures, and connections that have shaped the British Isles over the centuries.
There are approximately 271 people named Ni in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Ni.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Cheng
- Jian
- Jie
- Kong
- Riain
- Wenbo
- Xiao
- Yong
- Zhen
- Zheng
Female
- Irina
- Jia
- Margaret
- Mei
- Nicola
- Qian
- Wendy
- Ya
- Yang
- Ying