CRANTON

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Cranton

Cranton is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that can be traced back to medieval times. The surname 'Cranton' is derived from the Old English personal name 'Craent', meaning 'crow'. The addition of 'ton' is a common suffix in English place names, denoting a farmstead or settlement.

The earliest recordings of the Cranton surname date back to the 16th century in the county of Yorkshire, England. Over the centuries, the name spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond as people migrated for various reasons.

Today, individuals with the surname Cranton can be found across the UK and in other English-speaking countries. As with many surnames, variations in spelling have occurred over time, such as Cranthon or Crantoun, due to factors like regional accents and illiteracy.

Notable individuals sharing the surname Cranton have made contributions in various fields, though the name is not widely recognised in historical or contemporary records. As with many family names, the significance of the Cranton surname lies in its connection to the heritage and lineage of those who bear it.

There are approximately 170 people named Cranton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Cranton.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Colin
Daniel
David
Jeffrey
John
Jonathan
Keith
Mark
Michael
Philip
Richard
Scott
Timothy
Wayne

Female

Ann
Arlene
Catherine
Christine
Claire
Debra
Gillian
Gladys
Rachael
Tina

Similar and related surnames

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