CAMPLIN
Camplin
Camplin is a British surname of English origin. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English personal name "Camp", which means "battle" or "warrior", and "lin", a suffix added to denote a connection or lineage.
The first recorded instance of the Camplin surname dates back to the early 17th century in the county of Wiltshire, England. Over the centuries, the name has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions such as Sussex, Hampshire, and London.
Individuals bearing the surname Camplin have been associated with a variety of occupations and professions, including farming, trade, and military service. The surname has also been passed down through generations as a family name, with many branches of the Camplin family tree tracing their ancestry to common origins.
Today, the Camplin surname continues to be present in the British Isles and has also spread to other parts of the world through migration and settlement. It remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the history and heritage of the people who bear it.
There are approximately 423 people named Camplin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Camplin.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Garry
- Gary
- Geoffrey
- Graham
- James
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
Female
- Amanda
- Beth
- Hannah
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Mandy
- Margaret
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan