Fineman

Fineman is a British surname of Jewish origin. This surname is believed to have derived from the Yiddish word "fin," which means "fine" or "delicate," and "man," a common suffix in Jewish surnames denoting a person. The Fineman surname is mostly found among Jewish families in the United Kingdom.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Fineman include academics, professionals, and notable personalities. The surname may have variations in spelling, depending on transliterations from Hebrew or Yiddish.

The Fineman surname holds historical significance as a representation of the Jewish community in Britain, their traditions, and cultural heritage. Throughout history, individuals with the Fineman surname have contributed to various fields, including academia, business, and the arts.

The etymology, distribution, and historical significance of the Fineman surname make it a distinctive part of the British-Jewish identity and genealogy.

There are approximately 183 people named Fineman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Fineman.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adam
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Harry
  • James
  • Joshua
  • Mark
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Stephen

Female

  • Anna
  • Carole
  • Jacqueline
  • Lisa
  • Lucy
  • Lydia
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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