Seagrave

Seagrave is a distinguished surname of English origin, with a long and storied history dating back to the medieval period. The name is derived from the Old English words "sæ," meaning sea, and "graf," meaning grove. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname may have been associated with a grove near the sea.

The Seagrave family can trace its roots to Leicestershire, where they held prominent positions and became esteemed landowners. One of the most notable figures of the Seagrave family was Sir Stephen Seagrave, a medieval knight who served as the Sheriff of Nottingham and Derbyshire in the early 14th century.

Throughout the centuries, the Seagrave surname spread across various regions of England and beyond, as members of the family distinguished themselves in the fields of academia, law, politics, and the arts. The name also found its way to the United States, Canada, Australia, and other parts of the British Commonwealth through immigration and colonial expansion.

Today, individuals bearing the surname Seagrave continue to uphold the legacy of their ancestors, with many contributing to their respective communities in various capacities. The name Seagrave remains a reminder of the enduring heritage and heritage of the English people.

There are approximately 1,051 people named Seagrave in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,095th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Seagrave.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Ian
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Philip
  • Simon
  • Stuart
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Jane
  • Janette
  • Jean
  • Jennifer
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Lucinda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Paula
  • Samantha
  • Veronica

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