Croughton

The surname Croughton is of English origin, believed to be locational in nature. It is derived from the village of Croughton in Northamptonshire, England. The village’s name is thought to have originated from the Old English words "crowe", meaning crow, and "tun", meaning an enclosure or settlement.

The first documented instances of the Croughton surname date back to the late 13th century in the Northamptonshire region. Over the centuries, families bearing the surname have spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, making Croughton a geographically widespread name.

The Croughton surname is relatively uncommon, with a small population of individuals carrying this name. Those with the surname Croughton can trace their ancestry back to the village of Croughton in Northamptonshire, thus establishing a historical connection to the locality.

It is common for surnames to have undergone variations in spelling over time, and Croughton is no exception. Alternate spellings include Crouhton, Crougthon, and Crouton. As with many surnames, variations often depend on factors such as regional dialect or phonetic interpretations.

The Croughton surname carries significant historical and genealogical value, providing insights into the ancestral roots and heritage of those who bear this name. Today, individuals with the surname Croughton can be found across the globe, maintaining a link to their British origins.

There are approximately 82 people named Croughton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Croughton.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Carl
  • David
  • George
  • Jason
  • Jonathan
  • Lee
  • Michael
  • Neil
  • Paul
  • Richard

Female

  • Alana
  • Alison
  • Gillian
  • Hilary
  • Julia
  • Julie
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Tina
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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