BABINGTON
Babington
Babington is an Anglo-Saxon surname of English origin, derived from the village of Babington in Somerset, England. The name is locational, indicating that the original bearers hailed from the village of Babington or lived nearby.
The Babington family has a rich history, with notable figures such as Sir Anthony Babington (1561–1586), who was involved in a plot to assassinate Queen Elizabeth I. This infamous plot, known as the Babington Plot, aimed to install Mary, Queen of Scots, on the English throne. Sir Anthony Babington and his co-conspirators were ultimately arrested, tried for treason, and executed.
The surname Babington has continued to be passed down through generations, with branches of the family establishing themselves in various parts of England and beyond. Today, individuals with the surname Babington can be found in different parts of the world, contributing to various fields and industries.
The surname Babington is a testament to the enduring legacy of English heritage and history, with its roots deeply embedded in the landscape of Somerset and the annals of British history.
There are approximately 601 people named Babington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Babington.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- David
- Edward
- Ian
- James
- John
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Barbara
- Caroline
- Claire
- Helen
- Karen
- Linda
- Mary
- Ruth
- Samantha
- Valerie
- Victoria
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