Binsted

Binsted is a surname of English origin, believed to have been derived from a place name in Hampshire, England. The village of Binsted is located near Alton and historically belonged to the Hundred of Farnham. The name "Binsted" is thought to have Olde English roots, possibly meaning "the place where beans are grown."

The surname Binsted is relatively rare and has been predominantly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Hampshire. The Binsted family name is emblematic of a lineage rooted in the English countryside, with connections to agriculture and rural life.

Individuals bearing the surname Binsted have likely passed down their family name through generations, maintaining a link to the ancestral village of Binsted and its historical significance. As with many English surnames, the name Binsted carries with it a sense of heritage and tradition, connecting modern-day individuals to their rural English roots.

There are approximately 137 people named Binsted in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Binsted.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Michael

Female

Similar and related surnames

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