Peploe

The surname Peploe is of English origin, derived from the Old French personal name "PeĢpin", meaning "apple". The surname has various spelling variations, including Peploe, Peplow, Peplowe, and Pepploe. It is predominantly found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in counties such as Shropshire and Staffordshire.

The Peploe family has a rich history dating back many centuries. Members of the Peploe clan have been involved in various professions and industries, including agriculture, trade, and academia. The name has also been linked to notable figures in the arts, with the renowned Scottish painter Samuel John Peploe being one of the most famous bearers of the surname.

Over the years, the Peploe name has spread beyond the British Isles, with descendants of the family emigrating to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Today, individuals with the surname Peploe can be found around the world, maintaining a connection to their British roots.

There are approximately 452 people named Peploe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Peploe.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Guy
  • Jason
  • John
  • Jon
  • Mark
  • Richard
  • Steve
  • William

Female

  • Christine
  • Debra
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Nicola
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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