SMEE
Smee
Smee is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word smēa, meaning "to ponder" or "to meditate". The name first appeared in the historical records of England in the early 13th century, with variations such as Smey, Smea, and Smeigh.
The origins of the Smee family can be traced back to various regions in England, including Yorkshire, Kent, and Essex. The surname was associated with individuals who worked as advisors, thinkers, or consultants, reflecting the original meaning of the name.
Over the centuries, the Smee surname has spread across the United Kingdom and beyond, with some branches of the family migrating to other English-speaking countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Smee include literary characters, such as Mr. Smee, the pirate in J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan, as well as historical figures and contemporary personalities.
Today, the Smee surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its ancient origins and reflecting the diverse heritage of the British Isles.
There are approximately 1,139 people named Smee in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,674th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Smee.
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
- Anthony
- David
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
Female
- Amanda
- Betty
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Heather
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Joan
- Julie
- June
- Lesley
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Susan