FENNA
Fenna
Fenna is a surname of British origin with a long history that dates back several centuries. The surname Fenna is believed to be of Anglo-Saxon descent, deriving from the personal name "Fenn", which was a nickname for someone who lived near a marsh or fen.
The earliest instances of the Fenna surname can be traced back to medieval England, predominantly in the southern and eastern regions of the country. Over time, the name has spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond as people migrated and settled in different areas.
The Fenna surname has likely undergone variations in spelling over the years, such as Fenne, Fennah, Fenner, and others, reflecting different regional accents and dialects.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Fenna can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in former British colonies where migration has occurred.
The Fenna surname carries with it a sense of heritage and lineage, connecting bearers to their ancestors and the historical communities from which they originated. Like many surnames, it serves as a marker of identity and belonging, linking individuals to a wider familial and cultural context.
There are approximately 366 people named Fenna in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Fenna.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Chris
- David
- Iain
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Steven
- William
Female
- Barbara
- Claire
- Jane
- Janet
- Jean
- Joanne
- Karen
- Sara
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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