Neave
See also: neave
English
Etymology
The English surname Neave was brought to England in the Norman Conquest of 1066. It is derived from the Old French "neveu," meaning "nephew". William the Conquerer granted lands to many Norman Barons, and the Neave family is thought to be descended from one of these Barons.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /niːv/
Proper noun
Neave
Related terms
- Neaves
- Neeves
- Neeve
- Neve
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