Kersey

Kersey is an English surname derived from the village of Kersey in Suffolk. The village was known for its woolen cloth production in the Middle Ages, and many families involved in the trade took on the name. Today, the surname is relatively uncommon but can be found around the world, particularly in the United States. Notable individuals with the surname Kersey include American mathematician and computer scientist William Kersey and British film director Michael Winner’s mother, Helen Kersey.