CORSTON
Corston
Corston is a British surname of English origin, believed to be locational or topographical. The name is thought to derive from the Old English words "cot," meaning a cottage or small dwelling, and "tun," referring to an enclosed space or settlement.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Corston include Baroness Jean Corston, a British Labour politician who served as a member of Parliament, as well as her daughter, Claudia Corston, a noted criminologist and prison reformer.
Historically, the Corston family has been associated with the counties of Somerset and Wiltshire in southwest England. The surname's presence in these regions can be traced back to medieval times, with records showing instances of Corston families owning land and properties in the area.
Today, the surname Corston is relatively uncommon, but it remains a part of Britain's rich tapestry of family names, each with its own unique story and heritage.
There are approximately 139 people named Corston in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Corston.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Colin
- David
- Geoffrey
- John
- Jonathan
- Martin
- Martyn
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Beryl
- Christine
- Claire
- Janet
- Jean
- Linda
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Pauline
Similar and related surnames
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