OBBARD
Obbard
The surname Obbard is of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English personal name "Odbert," which means "bright fame." It is a patronymic name, signifying "son of Odbert." The name first appeared in written records in the 13th century.
Historically, the Obbard family originated in the East Anglia region of England, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk. They were known to have been involved in agriculture, with many members of the family working as farmers or labourers.
Over the centuries, the Obbard surname has spread beyond East Anglia, and individuals bearing this name can be found throughout the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world. The name has also undergone variations in spelling, such as Obert and Hobard, due to phonetic changes and regional dialects.
Notable individuals with the surname Obbard include scholars, artists, and professionals who have made contributions in their respective fields.
Today, the Obbard surname continues to be borne by families proud of their Anglo-Saxon heritage and historical connections to East Anglia.
There are approximately 213 people named Obbard in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Obbard.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Chris
- Christopher
- Darren
- David
- Guy
- Hugh
- Jeremy
- Mark
- Neil
- Robert
- Ronald
- Stephen
- Steven
- Thomas
Female
- Amanda
- Bev
- Caroline
- Elizabeth
- Emily
- Irene
- Joanne
- Kirsty
- Rosemary
- Sarah
- Susan
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