BAMPTON
Bampton
Bampton is a surname of English origin, derived from the village of Bampton in Oxfordshire. The village of Bampton has a rich history dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was recorded as "Bentintone." The surname Bampton is believed to have originated from the toponymic practice of individuals taking the name of their birthplace as a surname.
The Bampton surname is predominantly found in the counties of Oxfordshire, Devon, and Somerset in the United Kingdom. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname have spread to other parts of the country and even overseas.
One notable individual with the surname Bampton is Frederick Bampton, an English actor of the early 19th century known for his performances in Shakespearean plays. The Bampton surname has also been associated with various other professions and endeavours throughout history.
Today, individuals with the surname Bampton can be found in various walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. The surname continues to endure as a reminder of the historical connections between people and places in the British Isles.
There are approximately 1,219 people named Bampton in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,352nd most common surname in Britain. Around 19 in a million people in Britain are named Bampton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- Derek
- Douglas
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steven
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Imogine
- Jane
- Julie
- Karen
- Kelly
- Louise
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan