UMNEY
Umney
Umney is a surname of British origin, primarily found in the regions of Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name "Umma", combined with the suffix "-ey", which denoted "island" or "area of higher ground".
The Umney surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Umney, Umme, Ummey, and Ummie. It is thought to date back to medieval times, with early instances of the name appearing in records such as the Domesday Book of 1086.
Members of the Umney family have been associated with a variety of occupations over the centuries, including farming, textile production, and trade. The name has continued to be passed down through generations, with many individuals bearing the Umney surname today.
Notable individuals with the surname Umney include [to be completed if needed].
In modern times, the Umney surname remains relatively uncommon, but it continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the country's diverse linguistic and historical influences.
There are approximately 442 people named Umney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Umney.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Brian
- Daniel
- David
- Derek
- Gary
- Henry
- James
- John
- Marc
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
Female
- Claire
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Gemma
- Helen
- Jane
- Julie
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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