DUNTHORNE
Dunthorne
The Dunthorne surname is of English origin, deriving from the Old English words "dun", meaning hill, and "thorn", referring to the thorn plant, indicating a person who resided near a thorn bush on a hill. The name Dunthorne is mainly found in the East Anglia region of England.
The first recorded instance of the Dunthorne surname dates back to the 16th century in Norfolk, England. Individuals bearing the Dunthorne name have been linked to various occupations such as agricultural workers, labourers, and craftsmen.
Over the centuries, the Dunthorne family has established itself in different parts of England, with some branches emigrating to other English-speaking countries such as Australia, Canada, and the United States.
Today, the Dunthorne surname continues to be borne by individuals across the world, maintaining a connection to their English roots. The name reflects a historical link to the English landscape and rural livelihoods, embodying a sense of heritage and tradition.
There are approximately 529 people named Dunthorne in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Dunthorne.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- David
- John
- Joseph
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Oliver
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Sean
- Stephen
- Terence
Female
- Carol
- Elizabeth
- Grace
- Judith
- Julie
- Karen
- Lisa
- Louise
- Lucy
- Meryl
- Pauline
- Samantha