VEYSEY

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

Veysey

Veysey is an English surname of ancient origins, believed to have Devonian roots. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Veis" or "Vey", combined with the suffix "-ey" which means "island" or "dry ground". The name might have originally referred to someone who lived on an island or a raised piece of land.

The Veysey surname is predominantly found in the south-west of England, particularly in the county of Devon. Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Veysey have been involved in a variety of occupations and professions, including agriculture, trade, and craftsmanship.

One of the notable individuals with the surname Veysey is John Veysey (c.1460–1551), who was an English bishop during the Tudor period. John Veysey served as Bishop of Exeter from 1510 until 1551 and was a prominent figure in the ecclesiastical and political landscape of his time.

As with many surnames, variations in spelling can be found, such as Veysie, Vaisey, and Veazey. The name Veysey continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its rich historical heritage in the region of England where it originated.

There are approximately 343 people named Veysey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Veysey.

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

Anthony
Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Martin
Michael
Paul
Peter
Raymond
William

Female

Angela
Claire
Diane
Elena
Emma
Gillian
Helen
Joyce
Julie
Karen
Kathryn
Margaret
Sarah
Vanessa

Similar and related surnames

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