ROEBUCK
Roebuck
Roebuck is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name derives from the Old English words "hraefn" meaning "roe deer" and "bucca" meaning "buck" or "male deer". The surname was likely given to those who lived near a place where roe deer were abundant or who had characteristics associated with these animals.
The Roebuck surname is primarily found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name dates back to medieval times, and early records show variations such as "Robuck" and "Roeback".
Notable individuals with the surname Roebuck include the English cricket journalist and commentator Peter Roebuck (1956-2011), known for his insightful commentary and writings on the sport.
The Roebuck surname carries with it a connection to the natural landscape and wildlife of England, reflecting a time when individuals were often identified by their close associations with the environment around them.
There are approximately 3,598 people named Roebuck in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,555th most common surname in Britain. Around 55 in a million people in Britain are named Roebuck.
Surname type: Nickname
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Stephen
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Fiona
- Helen
- Janet
- Joanne
- Julie
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan