SEABROOKE
Seabrooke
Seabrooke is a surname of English origin, predominantly found in the United Kingdom. The name is thought to be of locational origin, indicating a person who hailed from a place called Seabrooke or Sea Brook.
The name Seabrooke is derived from the Old English words 'sǣ', meaning 'sea', and 'brōc', meaning 'brook' or 'stream'. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have lived near a stream that flowed into the sea.
The earliest recorded instance of the surname Seabrooke dates back to the early 13th century in England, indicating its long-standing presence in British history. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various regions within the UK, with notable concentrations in areas such as Yorkshire, Essex, and Sussex.
Individuals bearing the surname Seabrooke have been involved in diverse occupations, ranging from agriculture to trade, reflecting the changing social and economic landscape of Britain over time.
Today, the surname Seabrooke is relatively rare but continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a link to the ancestral roots of the bearers. The name carries a sense of heritage and belonging, connecting contemporary individuals to their historical lineage in the British Isles.
There are approximately 136 people named Seabrooke in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Seabrooke.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- David
- James
- John
- Leighton
- Luke
- Mark
- Richard
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Agnes
- Elizabeth
- Katie
- Louise
- Marilyn
- Mary
- Patricia
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Sylvia