BETTINSON
Bettinson
Bettinson is a surname of English origin, primarily found in the northern counties of England such as Yorkshire and Lancashire. The surname is of patronymic origin, deriving from the first name "Bettin," a variant of the name "Benedict," meaning "blessed." The suffix "-son" is a common affix in English surnames, denoting "son of."
The Bettinson surname is found in historical records dating back to the 16th century, with early instances recorded in parish registers and tax rolls across various regions of England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to other parts of the country and can now be found throughout the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where British emigrants settled.
Individuals bearing the Bettinson surname have been involved in a wide range of occupations over the years, including agricultural labourers, craftsmen, merchants, and professionals. The name is also associated with various localities, indicating a family's origin or place of residence.
Variants of the Bettinson surname may include Beddinson, Bettinson, and Bettinsson, among others. Genealogical research into the Bettinson name continues to uncover new information about the origins and history of this English surname.
There are approximately 671 people named Bettinson in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Bettinson.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Charles
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Lee
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
Female
- Andrea
- Angela
- Claire
- Deborah
- Gillian
- Julie
- Lesley
- Louise
- Rachel
- Samantha
- Sarah
- Shirley
- Susan