DINSEY
Dinsey
Dinsey is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that originated as a locational surname. This name is believed to have derived from the Old English words "denu," meaning valley, and "eg," meaning island. The Dinsey surname likely referred to someone who lived in or near a valley or island.
The origins of the Dinsey surname can be traced back to early medieval England, and it is predominantly found in various regions across the UK, including Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, and East Anglia.
Over the centuries, the Dinsey surname has seen variations in spelling, including Dinsy, Dinsie, and Dinsay. Individuals bearing this surname have had various occupations and roles in society, contributing to the rich tapestry of British history.
Today, the Dinsey surname continues to be borne by individuals across the UK and around the world, each carrying a unique connection to their ancestral past and the history of the British Isles.
There are approximately 168 people named Dinsey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Dinsey.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alvin
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Clive
- David
- Eric
- Henry
- Joseph
- Reginald
- Stuart
Female
- Amy
- Carole
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Esther
- Gillian
- Linda
- Nicola
- Niki
- Paula