SPAREY
Sparey
Origin and Meaning: The surname Sparey is of English origin, derived from the medieval given name "Sparrow", which itself came from the Old English word "Spearwa". The name was commonly used as a nickname for someone who resembled or had traits similar to a sparrow bird.
Distribution: The surname Sparey is found predominantly in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions such as Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall.
Notable Individuals:
- William Sparey (1828-1891): A renowned poet and writer known for his works on nature and rural life in Victorian England.
- Emily Sparey (1902-1987): An influential artist known for her watercolour paintings depicting English landscapes.
Variants: Variants of the surname Sparey include Sparrow, Spary, Spery, and Sparrey.
Coat of Arms: The Sparey family coat of arms features a shield with symbols representing strength, loyalty, and familial heritage. The crest often displays a sparrow or elements reminiscent of the natural world.
Modern Significance: Today, individuals with the surname Sparey can be found across various professions, contributing to fields such as academia, the arts, agriculture, and business, enriching the diversity of British society.
References:
- P.H. Reaney, "A Dictionary of English Surnames" (Oxford University Press, 2005)
- J.E. Cussans, "History of Hertfordshire" (1881)
There are approximately 561 people named Sparey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Sparey.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Charles
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Lee
- Malcolm
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Rob
Female
- Charlotte
- Emily
- Jennifer
- Joan
- Joanne
- Kate
- Margaret
- Mary
- Susan
- Victoria
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