TOWERSEY
Towersey
Towersey is a surname of English origin, most prevalent in the Buckinghamshire region of the United Kingdom. The name is believed to be locational, originating from the village of Towersey in Oxfordshire, near the border with Buckinghamshire.
Origins:
The surname Towersey is derived from the Old English words "torr" meaning "tower", and "eg" meaning "island" or "low-lying land". This indicates that the name may have once referred to a settlement near a tower or a fortified structure.
History:
The Towersey surname dates back to at least the early medieval period, as early records show individuals with this name residing in the Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire areas. Over time, descendants of these early Towerseys spread to other parts of England and beyond, resulting in the dispersion of the surname.
Notable Individuals:
- Angela Towersey: A renowned historian specialising in medieval English architecture.
- Sir William Towersey: A distinguished military commander who served in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415.
Legacy:
The Towersey surname carries with it a sense of English heritage and a connection to the historic villages of Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. Individuals bearing this surname today may be descendants of the original Towersey families or may have adopted the name for its historical significance.
References:
- Reaney, P.H. and Wilson, R.M. A Dictionary of English Surnames. Routledge, 1991.
- Lower, Mark A. Patronymica Britannica: A Dictionary of the Family Names of the United Kingdom. J.R. Smith, 1860.
There are approximately 217 people named Towersey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Towersey.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Glen
- Graham
- James
- John
- Len
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stanley
- Stephen
Female
- Ann
- Donna
- Doreen
- Emma
- Joanne
- Katie
- Laura
- Maria
- Shelley
- Stacey
- Susan