CARLISLE
Carlisle
Carlisle is a surname of English and Scottish origins with historical roots in the ancient city of Carlisle in the county of Cumbria, England. The name is derived from the Old Norse words "karl," meaning "free man" or "peasant," and "hagi," meaning "enclosure" or "fenced pasture." This suggests that early bearers of the surname may have been inhabitants of a place known as "Carl's enclosure" or belonged to a free man named Carl.
History
The Carlisle surname can be traced back to medieval times when it was first recorded in 1173 in Cumberland, now part of Cumbria. The surname has been prominent in the northern regions of England and southern Scotland for centuries, reflecting the historical ties between these areas.
Notable Individuals
- John Carlisle (1798-1879): A British industrialist and philanthropist known for his contributions to the development of railways in the North of England.
- Belinda Carlisle (b. 1958): An American singer, known for her solo music career and as the lead vocalist of the band The Go-Go's.
- Earl of Carlisle: A title in the Peerage of England, held by various noble families throughout British history.
Variants
Variants of the Carlisle surname include Carlysle, Carleill, Carleslue, Carlile, and Carlyle.
The Carlisle surname continues to be borne by individuals around the world, maintaining a connection to its historic origins in the city of Carlisle and the surrounding regions of England and Scotland.
There are approximately 3,465 people named Carlisle in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,640th most common surname in Britain. Around 53 in a million people in Britain are named Carlisle.
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Elizabeth
- Joan
- Julie
- Karen
- Laura
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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