OBEE
Also recorded as O'Bee, O'bee
Obee
Obee is a surname of English origin, typically recorded in the counties of Devon and Cornwall. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Oda," meaning riches or prosperity, and the word "by," which indicates a farmstead or settlement.
The Obee family is noted for their presence in rural communities of southwest England, where they were primarily engaged in agricultural and pastoral pursuits. Over time, some members of the Obee lineage have also entered various professions, such as trade, clergy, and the military, spreading the surname to different parts of the country and beyond.
Historical records show that the Obee name has been passed down through generations, with documented instances of the surname found in parish registers, census data, and other archives. This has facilitated the tracing of ancestral roots and the establishment of familial connections among individuals bearing the Obee name.
Today, the Obee surname continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and in different parts of the world, underscoring its longstanding presence as a distinctive element of British heritage.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 419 people named Obee in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Obee.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Douglas
- Gary
- Graham
- Jason
- John
- Keith
- Kevin
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Stuart
Female
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Joan
- Kathleen
- Maria
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Tracey
- Tracy
- Victoria