BRANFIELD
Branfield
The Branfield surname is of English origin and is believed to be locational, deriving from a now "lost" medieval village or settlement in England. The name may have been derived from a combination of the Old English word "brun" meaning brown, and "feld" meaning field or open country. Surnames based on locality were often given to people who originated from a particular place or who owned land there.
The earliest recordings of the Branfield surname date back to the 16th century in the county of Worcestershire, England. Over the centuries, Branfield families have spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling may exist due to factors such as dialect, illiteracy, or clerical errors. Some variations of the Branfield surname include Branfeld, Brantfield, and Brandfield.
The Branfield surname may have connections to individuals in various professions or walks of life over the centuries. Researching the ancestral history of the Branfield name can provide insights into the lives and circumstances of those who bore the name in the past.
Today, individuals bearing the Branfield surname can be found across the United Kingdom and in countries where British emigration has occurred. The surname continues to be a part of British heritage and a reminder of the rich tapestry of history that makes up the British Isles.
There are approximately 224 people named Branfield in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Branfield.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Bernie
- Chris
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Julian
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Simon
- Timothy
Female
- Alison
- Catherine
- Claire
- Debbie
- Florence
- Janette
- Julie
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Sheila
Similar and related surnames
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