REEMAN
Reeman
Reeman is a British surname of English origin. It is believed to be derived from the Old English personal name "Regman," which means "counsel" or "advice." The surname was likely used to identify someone who was wise or knowledgeable.
Distribution and Variants
The Reeman surname is not very common in the United Kingdom, with most bearers residing in England. Variants of the name include Reman and Reemon.
Notable Individuals
One of the notable individuals with the surname Reeman is Douglas Reeman (1924-2017), a British author who wrote numerous novels, often set in the context of the Royal Navy during wartime.
Coat of Arms
The Reeman family does not have an official coat of arms recorded, suggesting that the surname may not have been associated with noble or aristocratic lineage.
References
- Hanks, P., Hardcastle, K., & Hodges, F. (2006). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Reeman, D. (1971). A Prayer for the Ship. Hutchinson.
Overall, while the Reeman surname may not be widely recognised, its English roots and connection to literature make it an intriguing part of British heritage.
There are approximately 255 people named Reeman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Reeman.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- Gary
- James
- John
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
Female
- Charlotte
- Christine
- Gillian
- Jean
- Joan
- Jolene
- Karen
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan
- Vivienne
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.