GREENSTREET
Also recorded as Green Street, Green-Street
Greenstreet
Greenstreet is a British surname of English origin which is derived from the Old English words "grene" meaning green, and "stræt" meaning street. The surname Greenstreet is believed to have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived by a green road or street.
The Greenstreet surname can be traced back to the medieval period in England, with the earliest recorded instances found in the county of Kent, particularly around the town of Canterbury. Over time, bearers of the Greenstreet surname spread to other parts of England and beyond, with branches of the family found in various regions.
Individuals with the surname Greenstreet have been associated with a variety of occupations and professions throughout history, including farmers, merchants, craftsmen, and professionals. The surname has also been linked with notable figures in British history, such as actors, politicians, and writers.
Today, the Greenstreet surname continues to be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and in countries around the world, particularly in former British colonies. The name remains a reminder of a family's ancestral ties to the English countryside and its historical connections to the diverse tapestry of British society.
There are approximately 624 people named Greenstreet in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Greenstreet.
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
- Barry
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Nigel
- Paul
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Ann
- Claire
- Clare
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Heather
- Hilary
- Kelly
- Margaret
- Mh
- Sarah
- Susan
- Suzanne
- Wendy
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