Bonning

The surname Bonning is of English origin and is believed to be a locational surname referring to individuals deriving from a now-lost medieval village named Bonning. Alternatively, it may be topographical, denoting a person living by a place where bean crops were grown, from the Old English word "bune" meaning bean.

Records indicate that the Bonning surname has been present in various regions of England including Devon, Cambridgeshire, and Yorkshire over the centuries. The earliest known recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 12th century, where it appeared as "Buning".

Individuals bearing the Bonning surname have been involved in various occupations and pursuits, with some notable figures emerging over time. Genealogical research and historical records may provide deeper insights into the origins and lineage of the Bonning family.

Today, the surname Bonning continues to be part of British heritage, although its prevalence has diminished over the years. Like many surnames, it serves as a link to the past, connecting modern-day individuals to their ancestors and the landscapes they once inhabited.

There are approximately 179 people named Bonning in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Bonning.

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

  • Anthony
  • David
  • Douglas
  • Graham
  • Jeffrey
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Will
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Belinda
  • Beverley
  • Elizabeth
  • Isla
  • Jane
  • Jodie
  • Kerri
  • May
  • Rosalind
  • Sarah
  • Shirley
  • Susan
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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