TheNameDBBagby
TopographicMeaning
Derived from a place name, likely meaning 'settlement of Baggi' or a similar personal name.
Etymology
The surname originates from Old Norse and Old English elements, combining a personal name with the suffix '-by' meaning settlement or village. This reflects Scandinavian influence on English place names, particularly in northern England.
About the Bagby Surname
An English surname derived from a place name in the Midlands region. The '-by' suffix indicates Scandinavian settlement patterns in medieval England.
Distribution
Found primarily in England and North America, with concentrations in the Midlands.
Notable Bearers
Unknown