NOY
Noy (surname)
Noy is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the medieval given name Noye, which itself comes from the biblical name Noah, meaning "rest" or "comfort". The surname Noy is believed to have originated in the East Anglia region of England.
The Noy surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Noye, Neye, and Noyes. It is found predominantly in the southern and eastern parts of England, particularly in counties such as Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Noy include John Noy, a 16th-century English jurist and legal writer, and Sarah Noy, a contemporary British artist known for her intricate paper-cut artworks.
The Noy surname is believed to have ancient roots in England, with records dating back to the 14th century. The name has likely been passed down through generations, signifying a connection to English history and heritage.
Today, individuals with the surname Noy can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, reflecting the diaspora and migration of British families over the centuries. The Noy surname continues to be a reminder of England's rich cultural and linguistic tapestry.
There are approximately 484 people named Noy in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Noy.
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
- David
- Edward
- John
- Jonathan
- Kenneth
- Liron
- Mark
- Michael
- Reuben
- Richard
- Stephen
- Timothy
Female
- Colette
- Deborah
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Vivienne