COLLINGTON
Collington
Collington is a British surname of locational origin derived from the place name Collington, which can be found in various parts of England. The name 'Collington' is believed to be derived from the Old English words 'col' meaning 'charcoal' and 'tun' meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement', indicating a settlement near a charcoal-burning place.
Individuals bearing the surname Collington can be found throughout British history, often associated with various regions and occupations. The surname has likely evolved over centuries, with different branches of the family branching out and establishing themselves in different parts of the country.
The Collington family name has weaved its way through history, with individuals making contributions to various fields such as agriculture, business, and literature. Like many surnames of British origin, Collington has a rich and diverse history waiting to be explored.
There are approximately 573 people named Collington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Collington.
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
- Daniel
- David
- Edward
- James
- John
- Michael
- Peter
- Philip
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Eileen
- Eleanor
- Emma
- Fay
- Helen
- Jean
- Joanna
- Karen
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Sasha
- Stacey
- Susan
- Suzanne
Similar and related surnames
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