DENMAN

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Denman

Denman is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to medieval times. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Dene" or "Den," meaning a valley or a wooded area, combined with "man," indicating son of Den or resident of the valley.

The Denman surname is most commonly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in Oxfordshire and Berkshire. The name has historical significance and is associated with various notable individuals throughout British history.

One of the most famous figures with the surname Denman is Lord Denman (Thomas Denman, 1779-1854), who served as the Lord Chief Justice of England in the 19th century and played a key role in various legal and political decisions of his time.

Over the centuries, the Denman family has been involved in diverse professions ranging from law to agriculture, reflecting the varied occupations of individuals bearing this surname.

The Denman surname continues to be present in modern British society, with individuals carrying on the legacy of their ancestors and contributing to various fields of endeavour.

There are approximately 2,753 people named Denman in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,245th most common surname in Britain. Around 42 in a million people in Britain are named Denman.

Surname type: Occupational name

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

Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Philip
Richard
Robert

Female

Ann
Catherine
Elizabeth
Emma
Joanna
Joanne
Linda
Lisa
Margaret
Mary
Samantha
Sarah
Susan
Wendy

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