Savas

Savas is an English surname of immigrant origin. It is believed to have Turkish roots, deriving from the Turkish word 'savaş' meaning 'war' or 'battle'. The surname may have been adopted by individuals of Turkish descent or given to individuals who displayed warrior-like qualities or were active in military service.

The history of the surname Savas is thought to have been introduced to Britain through immigration, possibly during the early to mid-20th century. As a common practice, surnames are often altered or anglicised upon arrival to English-speaking countries, which might have resulted in different variations or spellings of the original Turkish surname.

The distribution of the Savas surname in the United Kingdom is limited and may be more prevalent in areas with higher populations of Turkish immigrants or their descendants. Individuals bearing the Savas surname may have diverse backgrounds and familial histories, reflecting the multicultural society of modern Britain.

Overall, the surname Savas encapsulates a blend of Turkish heritage and British identity, contributing to the rich tapestry of surnames found in the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 106 people named Savas in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Savas.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abdul
  • Cem
  • Haralambos
  • Hasan
  • Huseyin
  • Jack
  • John
  • Mehmet
  • Michael
  • Umut

Female

  • Amy
  • Andrina
  • Claire
  • Elia
  • Esra
  • Iwona
  • Melanie
  • Patricia
  • Samantha
  • Tina

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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