CRINGLE
Cringle
The surname Cringle is of English origin, derived from the Old Norse word "kringla," meaning a ring or circle.
History The Cringle surname is believed to have originated in the Yorkshire region of England, where it is most commonly found. The distribution of the surname suggests that it may have originated from a specific village or geographical feature in Yorkshire.
The earliest recorded instance of the Cringle surname dates back to the 13th century in Yorkshire. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other parts of England and beyond, particularly to the United States and Canada.
Notable Individuals
- John Cringle (1796-1881): A British naval officer and author, known for his nautical-themed writings.
- Sarah Cringle (b. 1975): A contemporary British artist known for her abstract paintings.
Variants Variants of the Cringle surname include Kringle and Crenghill.
Symbolism The word "cringle" also refers to a small hole or ring in a sail, traditionally used for attaching lines or securing the sail. This nautical connection may suggest that individuals with the Cringle surname have ancestral ties to seafaring communities or occupations.
There are approximately 177 people named Cringle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Cringle.
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
- Derek
- Francis
- George
- Henry
- John
- Kevin
- Paul
- Philip
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Denise
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Julie
- Lesley
- Linda
- Sarah
- Sophie
- Sylvie
- Tara
- Victoria