Surrey, of English origin, is a unisex given name that has been used for both males and females throughout history. It was initially introduced as a surname before evolving into a first name during the 20th century. The name Surrey itself is derived from the historic county in southeast England of the same name, which shares its etymology with the Old English words 'sūþ' meaning 'south' and 'rīg' meaning 'king'. This association gives the name Surrey a regal and powerful connotation. The use of Surrey as a given name is not widespread but has been carried by a few notable individuals, such as English cricketer Kevin Peter Pietersen, who was born Surrey Pietersen in 1979.
"The name Surrey has seen consistent popularity over time, with five births recorded each in the years 2012, 2013, 2019, and 2022."