VEASEY

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Veasey

Veasey is an English surname of Norman origin. It is derived from the name Vassy in Normandy, France. The Veasey surname is believed to have arrived in England during the Norman Conquest of 1066.

The meaning of the Veasey surname is unclear, but it is likely to have originated from a geographic location or a personal name. Variants of the surname include Vassy, Vazey, and Vaisey.

Historically, individuals with the surname Veasey have been found primarily in the counties of Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, and Warwickshire in England. The name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond as people migrated and settled in different regions.

Notable individuals with the Veasey surname include individuals involved in various fields such as academia, the arts, sports, and politics. The surname Veasey continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British surnames.

References:

Reaney, P.H., Wilson, R.M. (2008). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 1,075 people named Veasey in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,984th most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named Veasey.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Brian
Christopher
David
James
John
Michael
Nicholas
Paul
Peter
Simon
Stephen

Female

Andrea
Anna
Anne
Catherine
Emma
Jean
Mary
Michelle
Nicola
Rebecca
Sarah
Susan
Veronica

Similar and related surnames

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