Vice

The surname Vice is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "vice", meaning "deputy" or "substitute". In medieval times, it was often used as a term for a sheriff's assistant or a person who acted on behalf of a superior.

The Vice surname has been primarily found in the southern regions of England, particularly in the counties of Hampshire and Wiltshire. Variants of the surname include "Vise" and "Vyce".

Notable individuals bearing the surname Vice include John Vice, a respected barrister in the 19th century, and Elizabeth Vice, a suffragette who campaigned for women's voting rights in the early 20th century.

The Vice surname continues to be present in contemporary British society, with descendants residing in various parts of the country. Over the centuries, the Vice family name has maintained its legacy through generations, representing a lineage of individuals who have contributed to the social fabric of Britain.

There are approximately 264 people named Vice in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Vice.

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

  • Adrian
  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Jonathan
  • Matthew
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Segev

Female

  • Amanda
  • Christine
  • Hannah
  • Heather
  • Janet
  • Joan
  • Jocelyn
  • Michelle
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Tessa
  • Tracy

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