SHIP
Ship
Ship is an English surname of occupational origin, derived from the Middle English word "ship", meaning a maritime vessel. It is believed that individuals with this surname could have been employed as sailors, shipbuilders, or involved in the maritime industry. The surname Ship likely originated in coastal regions or areas with strong maritime trade in England.
Distribution and Popularity
The surname Ship is relatively rare and is found predominantly in England and other English-speaking countries. Variants of the surname include Ships and Shippe.
Notable Individuals
John Ship: A fictional naval officer in Patrick O'Brian's "Master and Commander" book series.
Maria Ship: A renowned marine biologist who made significant contributions to the study of undersea ecosystems.
References
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Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
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Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (2008). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 204 people named Ship in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Ship.
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
- Ashley
- Christopher
- Daniel
- Darren
- George
- Ian
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Russell
- Steven
- Stuart
- Terrance
Female
- Brenda
- Carol
- Claire
- Clare
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Janice
- Julia
- Kate
- Linda
- Margaret
- Rebecca
- Teresa
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.