PEACEY
Peacey
Peacey is a British surname with origins rooted in the Middle Ages. The surname is derived from the Old English word "paix" or "pees," which means "peace." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone of a peaceful or tranquil nature.
The Peacey family name is particularly common in the counties of Sussex, Essex, and Kent in southeastern England. Over the centuries, the Peacey surname has been passed down through generations, with various branches of the family establishing themselves in different parts of the United Kingdom.
Individuals bearing the surname Peacey have made notable contributions in various fields, including but not limited to literature, academics, business, and the arts. The Peacey name carries with it a sense of serenity and tranquillity, reflecting the virtues of peace and harmony.
Today, the Peacey surname continues to be borne by individuals across the United Kingdom and the wider world, symbolising a legacy of peace and goodwill.
There are approximately 727 people named Peacey in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,425th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Peacey.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- Graham
- John
- Julian
- Justin
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Robert
- Simon
Female
- Emma
- Gillian
- Janet
- Joanne
- Julie
- Lisa
- Maggie
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
- Victoria