Harleston

Harleston is a surname of English origin, with roots believed to be from the town of Harleston in Norfolk, East Anglia. The name is derived from the Old English words "har" meaning grey and "leah" meaning woodland or clearing, indicating a place surrounded by grey woods.

The first recorded instance of the surname Harleston dates back to the 13th century in Norfolk, where the Harleston family was known for their land ownership and involvement in local affairs. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to different parts of England and beyond due to migration and social mobility.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Harleston include Sir John de Harleston, an English knight who served in the Hundred Years' War, and Sir Stephen Harleston, a prominent figure during the Tudor period.

Today, the surname Harleston is relatively rare but continues to be passed down through generations, carrying with it a sense of heritage and familial pride for those who bear it.

There are approximately 23 people named Harleston in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Harleston.

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