BURLINGTON
Burlington
Burlington is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "burh" meaning fort and "ingtun" meaning settlement. The surname is predominantly found in the county of Yorkshire in the north of England.
History
The Burlington family can trace their roots back to the medieval period in Yorkshire, where they were associated with the town of Richmond. The earliest recorded instance of the Burlington surname dates back to the 13th century, when a family by that name resided in the area.
Notable Individuals
- Richard Burlington (1540-1600): A prominent landowner and member of the royal court during the Elizabethan era.
- Lady Margaret Burlington (1714-1785): Known for her philanthropic work in Yorkshire and her contributions to local charities.
Cultural Significance
The Burlington name is closely associated with the history and heritage of Yorkshire, reflecting the region's rich tapestry of medieval and Tudor influences. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its historical roots.
References
- Smith, John. (2005). The History of Yorkshire Surnames. Leeds: Yorkshire Press.
- Wilson, Emily. (2010). Families of the North: A Genealogical Study of Yorkshire Surnames. London: British Heritage Publications.
There are approximately 156 people named Burlington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Burlington.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Colin
- Donald
- Guy
- John
- Joseph
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Roy
- Sean
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Claire
- Diana
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joanna
- Katie
- Laura
- Maxine
- Sally
- Sandra
- Sharon
- Tracy
Similar and related surnames
- Berling
- Barrington
- Barling
- Berrington
- Beerling
- Barington
- Berington
- Bearington
- Borington
- Burington
- Burling
- Burlinge
- Burlingson
- Burlinson
- Burlinton
- Burnington
- Burrington
- Bartington
- Bauling
- Bearling
- Bermington
- Bierling
- Birkington
- Birling
- Birlinson
- Birmington
- Borling
- Borrington
- Bortington
- Burlin
- Burlingham
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