SKEATH
Skeath
Skeath is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the county of Yorkshire. The name Skeath is believed to have been derived from the old English word "sceath," meaning a piece of land or property. It was often used to describe an individual who lived near or worked on a specific piece of land.
The Skeath surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Skeath, Sceath, and Skeith. The name has seen different spellings as it has evolved over time, reflecting variations in pronunciation and regional dialects.
Individuals with the surname Skeath have been noted in historical records as landowners, farmers, and other occupations traditionally associated with rural life. The name has maintained a presence in Yorkshire and surrounding regions, with some branches of the Skeath family establishing roots in other parts of the United Kingdom and abroad.
Today, individuals with the surname Skeath can be found across the United Kingdom and in other English-speaking countries, often with diverse backgrounds and occupations reflecting the changing demographics of modern society. The name Skeath carries with it a sense of heritage and history, connecting those who bear it to a legacy of generations past.
There are approximately 120 people named Skeath in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Skeath.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Richard
- Thomas
Female
- Alison
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Johanna
- Karen
- Lilian
- Linda
- Mary
- Naomi
- Rachel