Cantillon

Origin and Meaning: Cantillon is a British surname of Norman French origin. It is derived from the Old French word 'chantillon', meaning a sample or pattern.

History: The Cantillon surname first appeared in England following the Norman Conquest of 1066 when William the Conqueror invaded and brought Norman feudalism to the country. The name likely belonged to families who settled in England during this period.

Distribution: Cantillon is a relatively uncommon surname in the United Kingdom, with a concentrated prevalence in certain regions. The name may also be found in other English-speaking countries where British descendants have settled.

Notable Individuals:

  • Richard Cantillon (1680-1734): An Irish-French economist and author of the pioneering work "Essay on Economic Theory". He is considered one of the founding fathers of economics.
  • David Cantillon (b. 1975): A British entrepreneur and philanthropist known for his contributions to various charitable causes.

Variants: Variants of the Cantillon surname include Cantil, Cantlon, and Cantilupe.

References:

There are approximately 259 people named Cantillon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Cantillon.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Daniel
  • David
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Mike
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Simon
  • William

Female

  • Amanda
  • Anna
  • Hayley
  • Jennifer
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Paula
  • Samantha
  • Sophie
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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