SASS

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Sass

Surname: Sass

Origin: Germanic

Meaning: The surname Sass is of Germanic origin and is derived from the personal name "Sass", a short form of the given name Alexander.

History: The surname Sass is found predominantly in the East of England and has been present in the region for centuries. It is believed to have been introduced to Britain during the Anglo-Saxon period.

Notable individuals:

Johnathan Sass (1805-1879): A renowned architect known for his Gothic Revival style buildings in the city of York.
Eleanor Sass (b. 1980): A prominent British fashion designer based in London, known for her innovative designs blending traditional and contemporary elements.

Variations: Variants of the surname Sass include Sasse, Sassen, and Sazer.

Coat of Arms: The coat of arms associated with the Sass surname typically features symbols signifying strength, loyalty, and wisdom.

Modern-day Distribution: The surname Sass is relatively rare in Britain today, with most individuals bearing this name residing in East Anglia and the surrounding regions.

There are approximately 248 people named Sass in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Sass.

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

Brian
Clive
David
Gavin
John
Jonathan
Joseph
Julian
Paul
Peter
Robert
Shah
Stephen

Female

Alma
Andrea
Betty
Beverley
Caroline
Debby
Deborah
Emma
Joanne
Kirsty
Lauren
Serene
Shirley
Sophie
Stephanie

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