Brint

Brint is an Anglo-Saxon surname with its origins dating back to ancient times in England. The name Brint is of locational origin, derived from the Old English word 'bryne', which means 'burning'. This suggests that the surname may have been associated with a place where burns or fires were prominent, such as a site where burning of waste or clearing of land occurred.

Historical Significance:

The surname Brint first appeared in historical records in England during the Middle Ages. Over time, the name has evolved in different spellings such as Brind, Brynd, Brynt, and Brytt, with Brint becoming the common variant.

Distribution:

The surname Brint is predominantly found in the United Kingdom, especially in regions such as London, Essex, and Kent. However, Brint families have also migrated to other parts of the world, including North America, Australia, and New Zealand.

Famous Brints:

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References:

  • P.H. Reaney, "A Dictionary of English Surnames", (Oxford University Press, 1997).
  • Family History Library, "Brint Family History", available online.

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

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

  • Andrew
  • David
  • Guy
  • James
  • Kevin
  • Matt
  • Matthew
  • Norman
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Simon
  • Steven

Female

  • Amanda
  • Ann
  • Cheryl
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Heather
  • Helena
  • Jennifer
  • Karen
  • Karly
  • Kerry
  • Linda
  • Nicola
  • Tina

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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