Vassie

Vassie is a British surname with origins in Yorkshire, England. The surname is believed to have originated as a variation of the name "Vasey" or "Vaisey", deriving from the Old French personal name "Vasse", meaning "small crow".

The earliest recorded instances of the Vassie surname date back to the 16th century in Yorkshire, indicating a long-standing presence in the region. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Vassie have spread to other parts of the United Kingdom as well as across the globe due to migration and dispersal.

Throughout history, individuals with the surname Vassie have been found in various professions and endeavours, including agriculture, trade, academia, and the arts. The name has maintained a small but notable presence in British genealogy and heraldry.

Today, the surname Vassie continues to be borne by families primarily in the United Kingdom, with some individuals residing in other countries due to global mobility. The name Vassie serves as a connection to the heritage and history of Yorkshire and is a reminder of the individuals and families who have carried on the legacy of this distinctive British surname.

There are approximately 193 people named Vassie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Vassie.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Charles
  • Christopher
  • Darren
  • David
  • Graham
  • Grant
  • Jeffrey
  • Nicholas
  • Stephen
  • Stewart
  • Thomas
  • Timothy

Female

  • Barbara
  • Claire
  • Elaine
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Janice
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Pascale
  • Rita
  • Sandra
  • Sarah

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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