Surnames of English Origin

28,599 surnames found of English origin

Postman
The surname Postman is an occupational surname derived from the Middle English word "post," meaning a courier or messenger. It was originally given to individuals who worked as postmen or mail carr......
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Postoak
The surname Postoak is of English origin and is derived from a topographical name for someone who lived near a post oak tree. The name is composed of the elements "post," meaning a post or stake, a......
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Poston
The surname Poston is of English origin and is derived from a place name. It is believed to have originated from the village of Poston in Herefordshire, England. The name is composed of the Old Eng......
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Posy
The surname Posy is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "posy" or "poesy," which refers to a short motto or inscription, often found on a ring or other piece of jewelry. I......
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Pote
The surname Pote is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It could be derived from the Middle English word "pote," meaning a pot or a vessel, and may have been used as an occupation......
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Poteat
The surname Poteat is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "potian," meaning "to push" or "to thrust." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was forceful......
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Poteet
The surname Poteet is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "potet," meaning "little pot." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who made or sold pots or had a......
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Poteete
The surname Poteete is of English origin and is derived from the Old French word "potet," meaning "little pot." It is believed to have been a nickname given to someone who was small or short in sta......
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Poter
The surname Poter is of English origin and is derived from the occupational name for a maker or seller of pottery. It is derived from the Middle English word "potter," which in turn comes from the ......
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Pott
The surname Pott is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "pott," meaning a pot or vessel. It is an occupational surname that was given to someone who made or sold pots or w......
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Surnames of English Origin

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