GARRINGTON
Garrington
The surname Garrington is of English origin, and it is believed to be locational in nature, derived from a place in England known as Garrington. The place name Garrington itself is thought to come from the Old English words "gāra" meaning 'triangular piece of land,' and "tūn" meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement.'
Individuals bearing the surname Garrington are thought to have descended from families who resided in or near the area of Garrington in ancient times. Surnames based on a person's place of origin were common in medieval England, as they helped to distinguish one individual from another, especially as populations grew.
The Garrington surname has roots in the county of Worcestershire in western England, where the village of Garrington can still be found today. Over time, individuals with the surname Garrington may have migrated to other parts of England and beyond, spreading the name to different regions.
Like many surnames, variations in spelling can be found, including Garington and Garington. The surname Garrington is relatively uncommon but has likely continued to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its historical roots in England.
As with many surnames, the origins and history of the Garrington name provide a glimpse into the complex tapestry of British family history and genealogy.
There are approximately 524 people named Garrington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Garrington.
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Lee
- Malcolm
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Scott
- Simon
Female
- Amanda
- Carol
- Caroline
- Jill
- Joanne
- Karen
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Pamela
- Rachel
- Rita
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
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