ROSHIER
Roshier
The surname Roshier is of English origin and is believed to have derived from the Old French name "Rochier", a diminutive form of the personal name "Rocco". The name Roshier is considered to be of Norman origin, introduced into England after the Norman Conquest of 1066.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Roshier dates back to the early 13th century in the county of Wiltshire, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread geographically across different regions of England and has been borne by various notable individuals.
Individuals with the surname Roshier may have ancestral roots in medieval England, possibly tracing their lineage to Norman settlers or Normanised English families. Variants of the surname may include Roshire, Rochier, or Roucher.
Today, the surname Roshier is relatively rare, but individuals bearing the name can be found in various regions of England and in the global diaspora of persons with British ancestry. The name Roshier holds historical significance as part of the diverse tapestry of British surnames and family histories.
There are approximately 155 people named Roshier in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Roshier.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Donald
- Gary
- Giles
- Graeme
- Jonathan
- Kalvin
- Lee
- Martyn
- Michael
- Trevor
Female
- Adrienne
- Amanda
- Angela
- Candice
- Caroline
- Elizabeth
- Gwendoline
- Holly
- Lorna
- Michelle
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