OSGERBY
Osgerby
Osgerby is a surname of English origin, believed to be locational. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Asgeir", meaning "god's spear", combined with the Old Norse word "byr", meaning "farm" or "settlement". Over time, the surname has seen various spelling variations including Osgerbec, Otesgerua, and Osgerby.
The Osgerby family is believed to have originated in Lincolnshire, England, with historical records dating back to the medieval period. Members of the Osgerby family were known to have been landowners and farmers in the region, contributing to the local agricultural community.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Osgerby have been noted for their involvement in various professions and endeavours. The surname has also spread beyond its Lincolnshire origins, with Osgerby families found in different parts of England and across the world due to migration and settlement.
Today, Osgerby remains a relatively uncommon surname, but it continues to be borne by individuals who proudly carry on the heritage and legacy associated with the name. The history and genealogy of the Osgerby surname are subjects of interest for family historians and genealogists seeking to uncover their ancestral roots.
There are approximately 278 people named Osgerby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Osgerby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Christopher
- David
- Jason
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Carol
- Caroline
- Emily
- Helen
- Joan
- Joanne
- Joyce
- Katherine
- Sharon
- Sophie
- Suzanna