ROOKSBY
Rooksby
Rooksby is a surname of English origin, most prevalent in the counties of Leicestershire and Rutland. The name is believed to have derived from a combination of Old English words, with "roc" or "roke" meaning rook, a type of bird resembling a crow, and "by," which signifies a farmstead or village.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Rooksby dates back to the 13th century, where it appears in local land and tax records. Over the centuries, the Rooksby family has been associated with various estates and holdings in Leicestershire, indicating a longstanding connection to agricultural and landowning activities.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Rooksby include scholars, landowners, and other prominent figures in English history. The name has also been used in literary works and as a toponym in the United Kingdom.
Today, the surname Rooksby continues to be found mainly in the Midlands region of England, with some branches of the family extending to other parts of the country and overseas. The name's historical significance and regional concentration make it a distinctive and recognisable part of British heritage.
There are approximately 120 people named Rooksby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Rooksby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Chris
- David
- Edward
- Ian
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Robert
- Simon
- Thomas
Female
- Anabel
- Angela
- Ann
- Anne
- Caroline
- Clare
- Emily
- Katherine
- Maureen
- Samantha