PASS

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Pass

The surname Pass is of Old French origin, derived from the word "pas" which means "step" or "pace." It is thought to have been an occupational surname for someone who worked as a foot messenger or a courier, highlighting the importance of movement or progression.

The Pass surname is found throughout England, with concentrations in counties such as Yorkshire, Essex, and Kent. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and settlement.

Individuals bearing the surname Pass have made notable contributions in various fields such as literature, politics, and sports. The name reflects a sense of mobility, resilience, and adaptability among those who bear it.

Today, the Pass surname continues to be passed down through generations, linking modern individuals to their ancestral roots and heritage.

There are approximately 2,471 people named Pass in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,545th most common surname in Britain. Around 38 in a million people in Britain are named Pass.

Surname type: From given name or forename

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
Christopher
David
James
John
Jonathan
Michael
Philip
Robert
Simon
Stephen

Female

Alison
Ann
Anne
Elizabeth
Emma
Jennifer
Joan
Linda
Margaret
Mary
Rachel
Sarah
Susan

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