SAGGERS
Saggers
Origin and Meaning Saggers is an English surname derived from the medieval word "sager," which means wise or discerning. The name may have originated as an occupational surname for someone working as a potter. It is a toponymic name, often associated with the county of Essex in East Anglia, England.
Distribution and Frequency The surname Saggers is relatively uncommon, with the majority of individuals bearing this name found in the United Kingdom, particularly in Essex. Variants of the name include Sagar and Segar.
Notable People Notable individuals with the surname Saggers include:
- Phil Saggers (born 1958) – British radio presenter and journalist.
- Terence Saggers (1931–2018) – British cricketer who played for Essex.
- Sue Saggers – Noted author and researcher on British pottery history.
Coat of Arms The Saggers family does not have a historic coat of arms associated with the name.
Trivia
- The Saggers family has a long history of traditional pottery-making in the Essex region, dating back to the 18th century.
- The name "Saggers" is often used as a character name in British literature and theatre, symbolising wisdom and insight.
The surname Saggers carries a legacy of craftsmanship and wisdom, reflecting its historical roots in the pottery industry.
There are approximately 1,041 people named Saggers in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,141st most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Saggers.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Ben
- Brian
- Charles
- Christopher
- David
- Gary
- Ian
- James
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Steve
Female
- Amanda
- Eileen
- Gillian
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Julie
- Laura
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
- Vj
Similar and related surnames
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