BEBBINGTON
Bebbington
Origin and Meaning Bebbington is a surname of English origin, derived from a place name in Cheshire, England. The name Bebbington comes from the Old English personal name 'Bubba' or 'Bebba' with the addition of the suffix 'ing' meaning 'the settlement associated with Bebba'.
History and Distribution The surname Bebbington dates back to the medieval period in England. It is most commonly found in the North West of England, particularly in the counties of Cheshire and Lancashire. Over time, individuals bearing the name have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and further afield, contributing to the global distribution of the surname.
Notable Individuals
- John Bebbington (b. 1948): A British biologist known for his research in the field of molecular genetics.
- Laura Bebbington (b. 1985): An English artist and illustrator renowned for her whimsical and colourful creations.
Coat of Arms The Bebbington family does not have an official coat of arms, as the granting of arms is a privilege that is specific to an individual, not a family surname. Any individual with the surname Bebbington who wishes to use a coat of arms should undertake the necessary procedures to acquire or inherit one.
Variants Variants of the surname Bebbington include Bebington, Babbington, and Babington.
In summary, the surname Bebbington has a long history in England and is associated with areas such as Cheshire and Lancashire. It carries the legacy of the settlements and families from which it originated and has spread across the United Kingdom and beyond through migration and settlement.
There are approximately 2,793 people named Bebbington in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,203rd most common surname in Britain. Around 43 in a million people in Britain are named Bebbington.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Harold
- Ian
- James
- Jason
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
Female
- Christine
- Helen
- Irene
- Joan
- Leanne
- Lisa
- Ma
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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