YEAP
Yeap
Yeap is a British surname of Chinese origin. The surname Yeap is most common in the United Kingdom among Chinese immigrant families and has a relatively small presence in the country.
The surname can be traced back to regions in southern China, such as Guangdong and Fujian, where it originated. Over the years, individuals bearing the surname Yeap have migrated to different parts of the world, including the United Kingdom.
The meaning of the surname Yeap is not definitively known, but it is believed to have evolved from variations of the Chinese surname Yip or Ye. Like many Chinese surnames, Yeap may have different spellings and pronunciations depending on regional dialects and translations.
Families bearing the surname Yeap have made significant contributions to British society in various fields, including business, academia, healthcare, and the arts. Despite its relatively small numbers in the UK, the Yeap surname carries a rich cultural heritage and represents the diversity of the British population.
As a surname of Chinese origin, Yeap adds to the multicultural tapestry of Britain and highlights the country's history of welcoming immigrants from around the world.
There are approximately 129 people named Yeap in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Yeap.