FARRINGTON

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Farrington

Farrington is a locational surname of British origin, derived from various places in England. The name is believed to have originated from Old English words fearn, which means "fern," and tun, which means "enclosure" or "settlement." This suggests that Farrington might have been a place settled near a fern-covered enclosure.

The presence of the Farrington surname in England dates back to ancient times, with records indicating variations of the name in different regions. It is common among families in Lancashire, as well as other parts of England.

As with many surnames, Farrington has evolved over the centuries, with different spellings and variations reflecting changes in language and dialect. The name may have been adapted to suit the preferences and accents of different regions where it was used.

Today, Farrington is a relatively uncommon surname, but descendants of Farrington families can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world due to migration and settlement patterns over the centuries.

There are approximately 5,668 people named Farrington in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,667th most common surname in Britain. Around 87 in a million people in Britain are named Farrington.

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

Andrew
David
Ian
James
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Peter
Stephen

Female

Claire
Deborah
Elizabeth
Emma
Helen
Janet
Julie
Lisa
Margaret
Nicola
Patricia
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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