Champney

Origin of the Name: Champney is an English surname of Norman origin. It is derived from the Old French word "champaine" which means 'open country'. The surname Champney is believed to have been introduced to England after the Norman Conquest of 1066.

Distribution: The surname Champney is relatively rare and is mainly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical Norman influence.

Notable Individuals:

  • Francis George Champneys (1815–1902): A renowned British physician and professor of surgery at the University of Cambridge, known for his contributions to medical education.
  • James Champneys (c.1713–1774): An English landscape painter renowned for his beautiful rural scenes and pastoral depictions.
  • Helen Mary Champneys (1848–1922): A British author and journalist who contributed significantly to the popular periodicals of her time.

Variants of the Name: Variants of the surname Champney include Champaign, Champniss, Chamness, and Champeny.

Coat of Arms: The Champney family crest typically features elements symbolising courage, strength, and nobility, reflecting the values associated with the surname.

Legacy: Although relatively scarce in modern times, the surname Champney carries a legacy of distinguished individuals who have excelled in various fields such as medicine, art, and literature, contributing to the cultural heritage of the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 158 people named Champney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Champney.

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
  • Edmund
  • Edward
  • John
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Philip
  • Robert
  • Stephen

Female

  • Carolyn
  • Delia
  • Elizabeth
  • Hannah
  • Irene
  • Jacqueline
  • Janet
  • Joanne
  • Judith
  • Julia
  • Karen
  • Kelly
  • Laura
  • Theresa

Similar and related surnames

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