Pybus

Pybus is a surname of English origin which can be traced back to the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. The name is believed to have derived from the Old Norse personal name "Pibba" combined with the Old Norse word "buski," meaning 'bush' or 'thicket.' The name Pybus may have been used to denote someone who lived near or worked in a thicket.

The Pybus surname has a long history in the North of England, particularly in the counties of Yorkshire and Durham. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Pybus have been involved in various occupations including farming, trades, and skilled crafts.

Notable individuals with the surname Pybus include Stephen Pybus, a renowned botanist in the 19th century, who made significant contributions to the study of plant taxonomy.

Today, the surname Pybus is relatively rare but is still found in parts of England, reflecting the rich history and heritage of the Anglo-Saxon culture in the region.

There are approximately 1,188 people named Pybus in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,471st most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named Pybus.

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
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Thomas

Female

  • Ann
  • Elizabeth
  • Gillian
  • Jane
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Rachel
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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