EMBLETON
Embleton
Embleton is a prominent surname of British origin, believed to have originated from the village of Embleton in Northumberland, England. The name is thought to come from the Old English personal name 'Eanbald' combined with the Old English word 'tun', meaning an enclosure or settlement. Over time, this evolved into the modern surname Embleton.
The Embleton surname is most commonly found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Northumberland and the surrounding areas. The name has also spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond as part of the British diaspora.
Individuals with the surname Embleton have made notable contributions in various fields, including academia, the arts, and sports. The surname has a rich history and is a reminder of the heritage and traditions of the British Isles.
Today, the Embleton surname continues to be passed down through generations, connecting people to their ancestral roots and preserving a distinctive piece of British history.
There are approximately 1,962 people named Embleton in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,269th most common surname in Britain. Around 30 in a million people in Britain are named Embleton.
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
- David
- Gary
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Catherine
- Christine
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Julie
- Margaret
- Marie
- Mary
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan