BORRINGTON
Borrington
Borrington is a surname of English origin, believed to be locational. The name is said to derive from "Boreton", which means "the settlement by a hill" or "the settlement where barley is grown". The name is primarily found in the West Midlands region of England, particularly in Shropshire and Worcestershire.
The earliest recorded instances of the Borrington surname date back to the late 17th century in parish records and census data. The name has evolved over time, with variations including Borington and Borringdon.
Individuals bearing the surname Borrington have been noted in various historical records, including land deeds, military rolls, and church registries. Notable figures with the surname include Robert Borrington, a prominent landowner in Worcestershire during the early 19th century.
The Borrington name continues to be passed down through generations, with modern-day descendants residing in various parts of the United Kingdom and overseas. The lineage of the Borrington family remains a subject of interest for genealogists and historians alike, as they seek to uncover the roots and branches of this enduring British surname.
There are approximately 231 people named Borrington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Borrington.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Charles
- David
- Ian
- James
- Jim
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Paul
- Ray
- Richard
- Simon
- Stuart
Female
- Jean
- Joyce
- Kathleen
- Kathryn
- Lisa
- Louisa
- Natalie
- Ruth
- Samantha
- Sharlene
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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