SIBERRY
Siberry
Siberry is an ancient British surname originating from the region of Yorkshire in Northern England. The name is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Sigberg", which means "victory" and "protection". Over time, the name evolved into various forms such as "Sybary", "Sybari", and eventually settling on "Siberry".
The Siberry family is known to have been landowners and farmers in Yorkshire for centuries, with records dating back to the medieval period. They were part of the local gentry and played a role in the economic and social life of the region.
One of the most notable figures with the surname Siberry is the British singer-songwriter Jane Siberry. She gained recognition for her ethereal and experimental music in the 1980s and continues to be a respected artist in the music industry.
The Siberry surname has spread beyond Yorkshire and can now be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and the world, particularly in countries with a history of British colonization such as Canada and Australia.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Siberry can take pride in their rich heritage and ancestral connections to Yorkshire and the broader British cultural landscape.
There are approximately 145 people named Siberry in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Siberry.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Darren
- David
- Garfield
- John
- Jonathan
- Karl
- Michael
- Neil
- Nigel
- Peter
- Robert
Female
- Andrea
- Danielle
- Donna
- Elvina
- Janet
- Juliette
- Kirsty
- Mary
- Samantha
- Susan
- Victoria