Bringloe

Bringloe is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to the county of Essex. The name is of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English personal name "Bryne," meaning "fire," and the Old English word "lo," indicating a clearing or meadow.

The Bringloe family is said to have been prominent in Essex during the medieval period, with records showing the presence of individuals bearing the surname in local administrative and legal documents. Over time, branches of the Bringloe family spread to other parts of England, particularly the southern counties.

Today, individuals with the surname Bringloe can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world due to migration and emigration patterns. The name has maintained its association with Essex, though its bearers have diversified and integrated into different communities.

The Bringloe surname reflects a rich history of the English countryside and traditional Anglo-Saxon nomenclature, making it a notable part of British heritage and genealogy.

There are approximately 159 people named Bringloe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Bringloe.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Charles
  • Clive
  • David
  • Gary
  • Ian
  • Jamie
  • Jeffrey
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Robert

Female

  • Alyson
  • Andrea
  • Daisy
  • Helen
  • Janette
  • Katie
  • Lynda
  • Pamela
  • Patricia
  • Samantha
  • Victoria
  • Wendy

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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