| Origin | |
|---|---|
| Meaning | Possibilities include "David," son of "David," a derivation from the Old English word "dæg" meaning "day," or even an occupational name from the Middle English word "dey" meaning "dairy maid." |
| Region of origin | Wales, England, Ireland |
Day is an English and Irish surname.[1] Notable people and characters with the surname Day include:
- ^ Surnames of Ireland, by Edward MacLysaght. Shannon: Irish UP 1969.