GAMBLEN
Gamblen
Gamblen is a British surname of English origin. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Gamel" which means "old" or "aged." The addition of the suffix "-en" signifies "son of," hence, Gamblen can be interpreted as "son of Gamel."
The earliest records of the Gamblen surname date back to the 12th century in the county of Suffolk, England. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have been found in various parts of England, particularly in East Anglia and London, as well as in other English-speaking countries due to migration and emigration.
Individuals bearing the surname Gamblen have been involved in a variety of professions and activities, reflecting the diversity of British society. The surname has persisted through generations, with many branches of the Gamblen family tree extending across different regions.
Today, the Gamblen surname continues to be passed down through family lines, representing a part of British heritage and genealogy. It remains a distinctive marker of ancestral roots, connecting individuals to their historical past and familial origins.
There are approximately 167 people named Gamblen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Gamblen.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Brian
- Darren
- David
- John
- Lance
- Nigel
- Paul
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Audrey
- Gemma
- Janet
- Julie
- Louise
- Penelope
- Rachel
- Shirley
- Susan
- Victoria