BRIXTON
Brixton
Brixton is a surname of British origin, derived from the area of London with the same name. The name Brixton is believed to have originated from the Old English words "Briht" and "Stun", meaning "bright stone".
History
The surname Brixton has its roots in the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture of England. It is believed that individuals residing in or near the area of Brixton in London adopted this name as a way of identifying their place of origin. Over the centuries, the surname Brixton has spread across England and beyond, carried by families moving to different regions or countries.
Notable Individuals
- John Brixton (1805–1873): A renowned artist known for his landscape paintings inspired by the scenic beauty of Brixton and its surrounding areas.
- Sarah Brixton (b. 1960): An accomplished author, whose novels often explore themes of identity and family history.
Present Day
In the present day, the surname Brixton is relatively rare but continues to be borne by individuals around the world. Those with the surname Brixton may have ancestral ties to the London area or may have adopted the name for other reasons.
References
- Hanks, P., Hodges, F., & Mills, A. D. (2006). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 99 people named Brixton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Brixton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Ian
- Sydney
Female
- Elizabeth