Perry (surname)

Perry
Family name
Meaning One who dwells by a pear tree (Geographical); quarryman; son of Herry
Region of origin England, Wales
Language(s) of origin Old English
Welsh Language

Perry is a surname of English origin,[1] deriving from either the Old English pyrige (pear tree), referring to one who dwells by a pear tree;[2] the Norman French perrieur (quarry), possibly referring to a quarryman;[2] or the Welsh ap Herry, son of Herry (Harry or Henry).[3] Perry was recorded as a surname from the late 16th century in villages near Colchester, Essex, East England, such as Lexden and Copford.[3]

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References

  1. ^ British surnames - origin
  2. ^ a b http://genealogy.about.com/library/surnames/p/bl_name-PERRY.htm
  3. ^ a b Select surnames - Perry