YEO
Yeo
Surname: Yeo
Origin: English
Meaning and History:
Yeo is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the Old English word "ea", meaning a river. It is believed to have roots in the West Country of England, particularly in the counties of Devon and Cornwall. The surname Yeo likely denoted someone who lived near or by a river, or perhaps originated from a village or settlement with a name containing "Yeo".
The earliest recorded instances of the Yeo surname date back to the late 13th century in Devon. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of England and beyond.
Notable Individuals:
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William Yeo: A notable figure in Devon who served in local government in the 17th century.
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Hannah Yeo: A prominent botanist and environmentalist in the 19th century known for her work in preserving local flora in Cornwall.
Variants:
Variants of the Yeo surname include Yeoh, Yow, and Yowen.
There are approximately 3,645 people named Yeo in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,534th most common surname in Britain. Around 56 in a million people in Britain are named Yeo.
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Sylvia