BENN
Benn
The surname Benn is of English origin, derived from the given name Benedict, which in turn comes from the Latin name Benedictus meaning "blessed". The name Benn is classified as a patronymic surname, referring to a name derived from the father's given name.
The Benn surname has been recorded in various parts of England, particularly in the counties of Essex, Suffolk, and Lancashire. The name has also been documented in Scotland, where it is thought to have originated separately from its English counterpart.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Benn include Tony Benn (1925-2014), a prominent British politician and Member of Parliament, known for his left-wing views and activism. The Benn family has a long history of political involvement and social advocacy in the United Kingdom.
In modern times, the Benn surname continues to be relatively common in the British Isles and can be found in various professions and walks of life. The name's historical significance and diverse geographic distribution have contributed to the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 3,876 people named Benn in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,408th most common surname in Britain. Around 60 in a million people in Britain are named Benn.
Surname type: From given name or forename
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Anne
- Janet
- Jean
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Shirley
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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