SOBEY
Sobey
Sobey is a surname of English origin. It is derived from the Anglo-Saxon word "Sobbe" or "Sobba," which means stubborn or determined. The name is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who displayed these characteristics.
The earliest recorded instance of the Sobey surname dates back to the 13th century in Cornwall, England. Over time, the name spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
The Sobey family has a rich history, with members involved in diverse occupations, including farming, trade, and various professions. Some notable individuals bearing the surname Sobey have achieved recognition in fields such as academia, business, and the arts.
Today, the surname Sobey is not among the most common in the United Kingdom, but it continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to the heritage and ancestry of those who bear it.
There are approximately 578 people named Sobey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Sobey.
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
- Albert
- Christopher
- David
- Geoffrey
- Jason
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Timothy
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Christine
- Claire
- Coleen
- Deirdre
- Eileen
- Emma
- Katherine
- Natalie
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Susan
- Wendy