Pyper

Pyper is a British surname derived from the Old French word "piper," meaning "piper" or "pipe player." The surname likely originated as an occupational name for someone who played the pipes or made musical instruments.

The Pyper surname is found primarily in Scotland and England, with historical records dating back to the medieval period. Famous individuals with the surname Pyper are limited; however, individuals bearing this surname have likely contributed to various fields such as music, the arts, or other professions.

Variants of the Pyper surname may include Piper, Pypar, and Pipher. Over the years, the surname Pyper may have evolved in different regions or through spelling variations.

As with many surnames, the Pyper name may have different family crests or coat of arms associated with it, providing a visual representation of the family's history and origins.

Overall, the Pyper surname is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, each with its unique story and heritage.

There are approximately 918 people named Pyper in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,878th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Pyper.

Surname type: Occupational name

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Brian
  • Darryl
  • David
  • Euan
  • Hugh
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Robert
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Annette
  • Belinda
  • Carol
  • Elizabeth
  • Gillian
  • Jane
  • Jennifer
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan
  • Veronique

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