POVER
Pover
Pover is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to the medieval period. The name is thought to have derived from the Old French word "pouvre" which means poor, suggesting that individuals with this surname might have been associated with poverty or humility.
The Pover name is relatively uncommon and is mainly found in certain regions of England, particularly in the southern counties. Over the centuries, various branches of the Pover family have spread to different parts of the country and even abroad to places such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Individuals with the surname Pover have been involved in a variety of occupations and professions, ranging from agricultural labourers to craftsmen, merchants, and even members of the clergy. The name may have undergone various spelling variations over time due to illiteracy and regional accents.
Today, the Pover surname continues to be present in contemporary British society, with many descendants proudly bearing the name as a reminder of their ancestral heritage. The genealogy and history of the Pover family are topics of interest for researchers studying British surnames and family history.
There are approximately 426 people named Pover in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Pover.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Philip
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Amanda
- Ann
- Barbara
- Carol
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Karen
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan