BENFIELD
Benfield
Benfield is an English surname with origins dating back to the medieval period. The surname is of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "beam," meaning tree, and "feld," meaning open land or pasture, indicating a person who lived near a field with trees.
The earliest recorded instances of the Benfield surname appear in the county of Hampshire in the south of England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of the country.
Individuals bearing the Benfield surname have made notable contributions in various fields, including academics, politics, and business. The name has been borne by esteemed professionals and skilled artisans, further enriching its legacy.
Today, the Benfield surname continues to be prevalent in England and has also spread to other English-speaking countries. The surname serves as a reminder of the ancestral ties and historical roots of families bearing this distinctive name.
There are approximately 1,933 people named Benfield in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,333rd most common surname in Britain. Around 30 in a million people in Britain are named Benfield.
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
- Christopher
- David
- Geoffrey
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
Female
- Anne
- Annie
- Caroline
- Christine
- Emma
- Janice
- Linda
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.