PERIGO
Perigo
Perigo is a relatively rare British surname of uncertain origin. The etymology of the name is unclear, with no definitive source pinpointing its roots. However, some speculate that it could be a variant of the Spanish surname "Perego" or the Italian surname "Perigo" which are thought to be derived from the given name Peter, ultimately stemming from the Greek word "petros" meaning "rock" or "stone".
The distribution of the surname Perigo in the United Kingdom is limited, with pockets of concentrations in specific regions. In some cases, families bearing the surname Perigo may have ancestral connections to other countries or migrated to the UK from abroad, adding to the diversity of the surname's origin stories.
As with many surnames, the meaning and history of Perigo have likely evolved over time, influenced by factors such as immigration, intermarriage, and societal changes. The surname Perigo remains a distinctive and uncommon name within the British Isles, with each bearers' family history enriching the tapestry of this intriguing surname.
There are approximately 102 people named Perigo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Perigo.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alyn
- Christopher
- John
- Michael
- Neil
- Nigel
- Oliver
- Paul
- Ronald
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Charlotte
- Eva
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Susan
- Valerie