RIBY
Riby
Riby is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the North Lincolnshire region of England. The name is locational and derives from the village of Riby in Lincolnshire. The village of Riby is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Ribie", and the name is believed to have originated from the Old Norse personal name "Ribbi", adding the Old Norse word "by" for a village or settlement.
The Riby surname has ancient roots in the region, and individuals bearing this surname can trace their ancestry back to the early medieval period. Over time, the surname has spread beyond Lincolnshire to other parts of the United Kingdom and around the world, particularly through emigration and migration.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Riby have contributed to various fields over the centuries, including but not limited to academia, business, the arts, and sports. The surname Riby remains a part of British heritage and genealogy, representing a link to a specific geographic location and historical lineage.
Researching one's Riby ancestry can provide valuable insights into family history and connections to a particular region of England. The surname Riby continues to be borne by individuals proud of their English heritage and family traditions.
There are approximately 333 people named Riby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Riby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Edward
- Gavin
- Graham
- James
- Mark
- Michael
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Andrea
- Frances
- Jacqueline
- Lesley
- Louise
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sharon
- Susan