PLEASE
Please
The surname Please is of English origin and dates back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Old English word "plaeg," which means piece or fragment. The surname is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was small or someone who possessed a gentle and kind nature.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Please dates back to the 13th century in England. Over the centuries, the surname has undergone various forms of spelling, including Pleas, Plees, Plese, and Pleasance.
Individuals bearing the surname Please have been found in various regions of England, with concentrations in counties such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Essex.
Notable individuals with the surname Please include literary figures, musicians, and public figures, contributing to the diverse legacy of the name.
The surname Please continues to be passed down through generations, reflecting a long-standing connection to English history and heritage.
There are approximately 52 people named Please in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Please.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Syd
- Sydney
Female
- Dixon