DUNTON
Dunton
Dunton is a notable British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The etymology of the name can be traced to the Old English word "dun," meaning a hill or a hill town, and "tun," signifying an enclosure or settlement. As such, the surname Dunton can be interpreted as "one who hails from the hill settlement."
Historically, individuals bearing the surname Dunton were found across various regions of England, with concentrations in areas such as Essex and Bedfordshire. Over time, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and even further afield as a result of migration and diaspora.
Notable individuals with the surname Dunton have made significant contributions in various fields, including academia, arts, and business. The name Dunton continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its rich historical and cultural heritage.
Today, the surname Dunton is borne by families across the United Kingdom and beyond, carrying with it a legacy of resilience, achievement, and a connection to the ancestral lands from which it originated.
There are approximately 666 people named Dunton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Dunton.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Peter
- Richard
- Timothy
Female
- Barbara
- Catherine
- Dawne
- Emma
- Frances
- Hannah
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
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