SIBBONS
Sibbons
Sibbons is an English surname believed to have its origins in the medieval period. The name is of occupational origin, denoting a person associated with the profession of making sieves. The word "sib" is an old English term for a sieve, hence the occupational connotation of the surname.
The first recorded instance of the Sibbons surname dates back to the early 17th century in the county of Leicestershire, England. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Sibbons have spread to various parts of the UK and beyond, with concentrations in regions such as East Anglia and the Midlands.
Like many surnames, the pronunciation and spelling of Sibbons may have evolved over the centuries due to various factors. Variants of the name include Sibon, Sibun, and Sibbons; these variations may be observed in different historical records and contemporary instances of the surname.
The Sibbons family name may have seen variations in spelling and pronunciation owing to factors such as regional accents, dialects, illiteracy, and clerical errors in recording names.
Today, individuals with the surname Sibbons can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world. The name continues to represent a connection to the historical occupation of sieve-making and stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of English surnames.
There are approximately 321 people named Sibbons in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Sibbons.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Daniel
- Darell
- David
- Henry
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Karl
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Betty
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Katherine
- Lisa
- Patricia
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Sonya
- Susan