PEERS

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

Peers

Peers is a surname of English origin, deriving from the medieval occupational name for a servant in a noble or royal household. The name is thought to have derived from the Middle English word "peer", meaning companion or associate.

The surname Peers is widely distributed throughout the United Kingdom, with a concentration in the counties of Lancashire and Cheshire. The name can also be found in other English-speaking countries, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Individuals bearing the surname Peers have made contributions to various fields, including politics, academia, business, and the arts. One notable figure with the surname Peers is Sir William Peers, a distinguished British naval officer who served during World War I.

Over the centuries, the Peers family has established itself in different regions, forming branches that have continued to flourish and thrive. The surname Peers carries with it a sense of tradition and heritage, reflecting the diverse history of the British Isles.

There are approximately 3,937 people named Peers in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,370th most common surname in Britain. Around 60 in a million people in Britain are named Peers.

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
Anthony
Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Michael
Robert
Stephen

Female

Caroline
Elizabeth
Helen
Jennifer
Julie
Linda
Margaret
Mary
Nicola
Pamela
Patricia
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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