Veazey

Veazey is an English surname of Norman origin, derived from the village of Vessey in Manche, Normandy. The Veazey family is believed to have arrived in England during the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over time, the spelling of the surname has evolved to its present form, Veazey.

The Veazey surname is geographically associated with various regions in England, including Yorkshire, Suffolk, and Essex. Throughout history, individuals with the Veazey surname have been involved in a variety of professions, including agriculture, trade, and military service.

Notable individuals with the Veazey surname include John Veazey, a renowned military officer during the English Civil War, and Mary Veazey, a prominent social reformer in the 19th century.

The Veazey surname continues to be present in contemporary British society, with individuals carrying on the family name across different regions and professions. Today, the Veazey surname serves as a link to England's historical past and its enduring legacy.

There are approximately 202 people named Veazey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Veazey.

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

  • Anthony
  • David
  • Frederick
  • Gary
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Ronald
  • Timothy
  • Walter
  • William

Female

  • Angela
  • Anna
  • Doris
  • Gemma
  • Geraldine
  • Jacqueline
  • Jayne
  • Jean
  • Joan
  • Julie
  • June
  • Rebecca
  • Samantha

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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