YEAMAN
Yeaman
Yeaman is a surname of British origin, likely derived from the Middle English word "yeman," which means "attendant" or "servant." It is believed that the surname was used to denote someone who worked as a retainer or servant in a noble household.
The Yeaman surname is relatively rare, with most bearers found in areas with historical connections to England and Scotland. The name may have variations in spelling, such as Yeomans, Yeman, or Yomon, reflecting the evolution of language and regional accents over time.
Individuals with the surname Yeaman can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where British migration has occurred. As with many surnames, the meaning and significance of Yeaman may have varied depending on the specific family line and its history.
Research into the Yeaman surname is ongoing, and genealogical studies continue to shed light on the origins and migrations of individuals bearing this name. Like many British surnames, Yeaman serves as a link to the rich tapestry of history and heritage that characterizes the British Isles.
There are approximately 676 people named Yeaman in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,949th most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named Yeaman.
Surname type: Occupational name
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Brian
- Bruce
- David
- Donald
- Eliot
- Gary
- James
- John
- Michael
- William
Female
- Claire
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Elsie
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jane
- Josephine
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Shelley
- Tracey
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.