WABY
Waby
Waby is a surname of English origin, predominantly found in the Yorkshire region of the United Kingdom. The name is believed to have medieval roots, deriving from the Old Norse personal name "Vagn", meaning wagon or chariot. Over time, "Waby" became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
Historical records show that the Waby family has been traced back to the 16th century in areas such as East Yorkshire. The surname has various spelling variations, including Wabie, Wabey, and Wabbey.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Waby are limited in public records, indicating that the name may have been more prevalent in localised communities rather than on a national scale.
The Waby surname is one of the many English surnames with Viking origins, reflecting the rich tapestry of cultural influences in British history.
There are approximately 467 people named Waby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Waby.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Aj
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Dane
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
Female
- Anne
- Diane
- Emma
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Louise
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria