VENUS

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Venus

The surname Venus is of English origin and is derived from the Latin name of the goddess of love and beauty in Roman mythology, Venus. The name may have been given to individuals who displayed traits associated with the goddess, such as beauty, love, or grace.

The Venus surname is thought to have originated as a nickname or a personal name before becoming a hereditary surname passed down through generations. It is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences found in areas with Roman influence or strong Roman Catholic heritage.

Notable individuals with the surname Venus include English footballer and coach Sue Venus, and British artist and illustrator Edward Venus.

In modern times, the Venus surname continues to be carried by individuals predominantly in the United Kingdom, reflecting a connection to Roman mythology and the enduring popularity of the goddess Venus in Western culture.

There are approximately 818 people named Venus in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,624th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Venus.

Surname type: From given name or forename

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
Carl
Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Robert
Shaun

Female

Charlotte
Gwyneth
Jean
Joanne
Julie
June
Margaret
Nicola
Patricia
Rita
Sarah
Tracey
Wendy

Similar and related surnames

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