SOO
Soo
Soo is a British surname of Chinese origin. The origins of the surname can be traced back to various Chinese dialects meaning "sweep" or "plain". It is believed that the surname was introduced to Britain by Chinese immigrants who settled in the country.
The Soo surname is not very common in Britain and is often associated with families that have Chinese heritage. Over the years, some individuals with the surname Soo have made notable contributions to various fields such as art, academia, and business.
One famous individual with the Soo surname is Julian Soo, an accomplished artist known for his vibrant and colourful paintings inspired by his Chinese heritage. Another notable figure is Dr. Mei-Ling Soo, a respected academic who specialises in Chinese history and has published several books on the subject.
In contemporary Britain, the surname Soo continues to be a part of the diverse tapestry of British society, representing the rich cultural heritage of Chinese immigrants in the country.
There are approximately 375 people named Soo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Soo.
Region of origin: Asia
Country of origin: China
Language of origin: Chinese
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Barry
- Chin
- David
- Gim
- Herbert
- Jeffrey
- Kenneth
- Kok
- Michael
- Norman
- Samuel
- Steven
- Wai
- Wei
Female
- Ailsa
- Chui
- Dawn
- Eleanor
- Julia
- Karen
- Mee
- Mei
- Patricia
- Pei
- Sandra
- Sau
- Siew
- Silvia