WALBY
Walby
Walby is an Anglo-Saxon surname that has its origins in medieval England. The name is of locational origin, derived from the Old Norse word "vǫllr" meaning "walled settlement" or "farmstead" and the Old English word "bȳ" meaning "farm" or "village".
The first recorded instance of the Walby surname dates back to the early 13th century in Yorkshire, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by descendants of the original bearers.
Individuals with the surname Walby have been noted in various historical records, including census data, church registers, and legal documents. The name has also featured in literary works and genealogical studies, contributing to its presence in the cultural heritage of Britain.
Today, the surname Walby is relatively rare but continues to be borne by families with ancestral ties to its medieval origins. It remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the country's linguistic and historical evolution.
There are approximately 596 people named Walby in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Walby.
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
- Christopher
- Clive
- David
- Dennis
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Anna
- Anne
- Audrey
- Christine
- Claire
- Joanne
- Julie
- Linda
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Susan
- Vikki
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