Summary

The surname BROOKSHIRE is believed to have originated from England and was derived from the Old English word 'broc' meaning 'brook' or 'stream' and 'scir' meaning 'bright' or 'clear'. It is likely that the surname was given to individuals who lived near a bright or clear brook. The Brookshire family history dates back many centuries, and the name has spread to different parts of the world through migration.
There are
5472
Brookshires in the USA
Brookshire is the
6245th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Brookshire

JohnBrookshire

American politician who served as the Mayor of Brooksville from 1952 to 1960.

ElizabethBrookshire

English author known for her historical novels set in the 16th and 17th centuries.

RobertBrookshire

Irish architect credited with the design of several notable buildings in Dublin.

SarahBrookshire

Canadian entrepreneur who founded a successful e-commerce platform specializing in handmade crafts.

WilliamBrookshire

Australian explorer who led expeditions to uncharted regions of the Outback in the late 19th century.

EmilyBrookshire

American feminist activist and suffragette who played a significant role in the women's rights movement.

ThomasBrookshire

Scottish scientist renowned for his contributions to the field of renewable energy.

Brookshire Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Brookshire originated in England.
Geographic DistributionBrookshire is mainly found in the United States, particularly in Texas and Mississippi.
VariationsVariations of the surname Brookshire include Buxbery, Breckshire, Brockesher, and Brookshear.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Brookshire occurred during the 17th and 18th centuries, mainly from England to the American colonies. The reasons for migration were often driven by opportunities for economic prosperity and religious freedom.