VOSPER
Vosper
Vosper is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin. The name is believed to have derived from the Old English personal name Wæspere, meaning "Wasp", and the suffix "-er" denoting a person who belonged to or worked with the mentioned animal.
The Vosper surname has a long history in Britain, particularly in the regions of Devon and Cornwall. The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 12th century, where a certain Roger le Waspere is noted in historical documents.
Over the centuries, the Vosper family name has branched out and spread across various parts of the United Kingdom and even beyond. The name has been associated with different professions and occupations, reflecting the diverse paths taken by different branches of the family.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Vosper can be found across the UK and in other parts of the world, having made significant contributions in various fields.
Notable individuals with the surname Vosper include artists, writers, and professionals who have left their mark on British history and culture. The surname Vosper continues to be passed down through generations, preserving a link to the family's rich heritage and ancestry.
There are approximately 857 people named Vosper in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,336th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Vosper.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- David
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Thomas
Female
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gillian
- Hazel
- Jane
- Jennifer
- Jenny
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Rachel
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan