A name of Biblical roots and particularly identified with Wales but nevertheless a popular English surname, the Davies name figures prominently in the historical record from earliest times.
• Some bearers of the name today can trace a descent from a thirteenth century royal prince, while others have achieved acclaim through a richly diverse range of pursuits from acting and music to sport and politics.
• The colourful and prominent tale of the Davies is recounted here.
A name of truly Biblical roots, ‘Johnson’ was introduced to the British Isles in the wake of the key historical event of the 1066 Norman Conquest. • This was when the last Anglo-Saxon king of England...
A name that stretches back to the original Celtic culture of Wales, ‘Owen’ is redolent of high romance and drama. • Many of the name have gained high honours and distinction through a range of...
Bearers of an occupational surname of truly ancient roots, the Turners have stamped an indelible mark on the pages of recorded history from earliest times. • Far removed from their original...
A name that became popularised on British shores in the aftermath of the eleventh century Norman Conquest, ‘Hall’ originally denoted someone who worked or lived in or near the household of a wealthy...
With origins that stretch back through the dim mists of time, ‘Green’ is also a name that figures prominently not only in the historical record of the British Isles but also in that of other nations...
A name of truly Biblical roots, ‘Johnson’ was introduced to the British Isles in the wake of the key…
A name that stretches back to the original Celtic culture of Wales, ‘Owen’ is redolent of high roman…
Bearers of an occupational surname of truly ancient roots, the Turners have stamped an indelible mar…
A name that became popularised on British shores in the aftermath of the eleventh century Norman Con…
With origins that stretch back through the dim mists of time, ‘Green’ is also a name that figures pr…
