Meaning, origin, history
Reppard is a unique and distinctive given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word "Ræp," which means "roebuck," a species of deer native to Europe. The suffix "-ard" is added to denote someone who possesses or engages in a particular activity related to the root word.
In medieval England, surnames were often given based on characteristics, occupations, and associations with specific locations or families. Therefore, it is plausible that the name Reppard was initially bestowed upon an individual who had some connection to deer hunting or processing their meat and hides for various purposes such as clothing and leather goods.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the surname Reppard, contributing to its evolution from a medieval occupational name to a given name in modern times. One famous bearer of this name is American musician and songwriter Gary Reappa
In numbers
Popularity of the name Reppard since 1880
Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1916
5 births
in 1916
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
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