BLOMFIELD
Blomfield
Blomfield is a distinguished British surname with a notable history. The name is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "blōma" which means "flower" or "bloom", and "feld" which means "field".
The earliest recorded instances of the surname Blomfield date back to the medieval period in England, where it was primarily found in the eastern counties of Norfolk and Suffolk. The name likely originated as a topographic surname for someone who lived near a field of flowers or blossoms.
Notable bearers of the surname Blomfield include Sir Arthur William Blomfield (1829-1899), a prominent English architect known for his work on numerous churches and public buildings in the Victorian era. His architectural legacy continues to be celebrated for its grandeur and attention to detail.
The Blomfield family crest features elements symbolic of creativity, growth, and natural beauty. This emblem embodies the values and heritage associated with the Blomfield surname.
In modern times, the surname Blomfield has spread beyond its traditional East Anglian roots and can be found throughout the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where British descendants have settled. The name continues to be carried with pride by individuals keen to uphold the legacy of their ancestors.
There are approximately 679 people named Blomfield in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,916th most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named Blomfield.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alex
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Anne
- Christine
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Jane
- Janet
- Jean
- Joan
- Sarah
- Susan
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