GIBLIN
Giblin
Giblin is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name "Gib(a)" combined with the diminutive suffix "-lin". The name likely signified "son of Gib", with "Gib" itself being a nickname or a short form of names such as Gilbert or Gibert.
The Giblin surname is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions such as Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, due to migration patterns over the centuries.
Individuals bearing the surname Giblin have contributed to various fields, including academia, politics, literature, and the arts. Notable Giblins may include scholars, artists, athletes, and others who have left a mark on British and global society.
As with many surnames, the origin and history of the Giblin surname may vary between individual family lines. Genealogical research and historical records can provide further insight into the specific origins and branches of the Giblin family.
There are approximately 2,165 people named Giblin in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,935th most common surname in Britain. Around 33 in a million people in Britain are named Giblin.
Surname type: Diminutive
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
- Anthony
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Thomas
Female
- Alison
- Carmel
- Carol
- Claire
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Susan
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