About Forsey
The surname Forsey is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Forse," which was a short form of various compound names beginning with "For-" meaning "strong" or "powerful." The suffix "-ey" is a locational element meaning "island" or "dwelling by the water." Therefore, the surname Forsey can be interpreted to mean "dweller by the island of Forse" or "one from Forse's island."
The surname Forsey is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Forsey based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Forsey is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name "Forsey" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Forsey."