DURSTON
Durston
Durston is an English surname of locational origin, deriving from the village of Durston in Somerset, England. The village name in turn is believed to come from the Old English words "deor" meaning deer, and "tun" meaning settlement or village. The surname Durston is therefore associated with someone originally from or living near Durston.
Origin
The earliest recording of the Durston surname dates back to the 13th century in Somerset. The name has since spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by families as they migrated to new areas.
Distribution
Today, individuals with the surname Durston can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British migration has occurred. The name has historical connections with Somerset, where the village of Durston is located.
Notable Individuals
- Sir Thomas Durston: A prominent figure in Somerset history, known for his contributions to the local community.
- Margaret Durston: Notable for her philanthropic work in the early 20th century, particularly in support of education.
The Durston surname carries with it a sense of heritage and connection to the English countryside, particularly the picturesque county of Somerset.
There are approximately 1,030 people named Durston in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,201st most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Durston.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Brian
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Terry
Female
- Amanda
- Claire
- Jane
- Joanne
- Laura
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria