Suen

Suen is a British surname with origins dating back to ancient times. The name is of Anglo-Saxon and possibly Viking origin, deriving from the Old Norse personal name Sveinn, meaning "boy" or "young warrior". The name was later introduced to England through the Viking invasions and subsequent settlements in the early medieval period.

The earliest documented instances of the surname Suen in British records can be found in ancient chronicles and parish registers. Over the centuries, the name has undergone variations in spelling due to phonetic changes and regional dialects.

Notable individuals with the surname Suen have made contributions in various fields, from arts and sciences to politics and business, enriching the cultural tapestry of Britain.

Today, the surname Suen continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and the wider British diaspora, reflecting the diverse and rich history of this noble lineage.

There are approximately 234 people named Suen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Suen.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Fu
  • Gary
  • Hon
  • Joseph
  • Kam
  • Kwok
  • Mark
  • Ming
  • Pak
  • Wae
  • Wai
  • Yu

Female

  • Angela
  • Barbara
  • Christina
  • Debbie
  • Gemma
  • Iris
  • Jiam
  • Josephine
  • Kim
  • Louise
  • Marina
  • Mei
  • Wing
  • Yuk

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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