SEAR-MAYES
Also recorded as Sear Mayes
Sear-Mayes
Sear-Mayes is a British surname that is of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is a combination of two surnames, "Sear" and "Mayes".
The surname "Sear" is derived from the Middle English word "ser," which means "servant" or "attendant," indicating a person of humble origins or someone who worked in service.
On the other hand, "Mayes" is a variant of the surname "May," which is a diminutive of the given name "Matthew," meaning "gift of the Lord." This suggests a religious or biblical connotation to the surname.
The combination of these surnames into Sear-Mayes may indicate a fusion of humble origins with a sense of divine blessing or an association with service and faith.
The distribution of the Sear-Mayes surname appears to be relatively rare, suggesting that it is a unique and distinct family name within the British Isles.
As with many surnames, the origins and meanings of Sear-Mayes may have evolved over time, influenced by factors such as migration, intermarriage, and social changes. Researching genealogical records and historical documents could provide further insight into the specific origins and lineage of individuals bearing the surname Sear-Mayes.
There are approximately 13 people named Sear-Mayes in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Sear-Mayes.