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Headington
Headington is a British surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The name is derived from the Old English word "heoding" meaning "heathland" and "tun" meaning "settlement" or "enclosure". Therefore, the name Headington likely referred to a person living in or near a heathland settlement.
The surname Headington is primarily found in the south of England, with historical records indicating concentrations in regions such as Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Headington have been involved in various occupations and professions, ranging from agriculture and trades to academia and the arts.
Notable individuals with the surname Headington have contributed to diverse fields, such as literature, science, and politics. The surname may also be associated with prominent families or estates in British history.
Today, descendants of the Headington family can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, due to migration and diaspora. The name continues to be passed down through generations, carrying with it a sense of heritage and familial connection.
There are approximately 373 people named Headington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Headington.
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
- Andrew
- Brian
- David
- Ian
- John
- Kenneth
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Simon
- Stuart
- Thomas
Female
- Amanda
- Christine
- Doris
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gillian
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Karen
- Kim
- Susan
- Suzanne
- Victoria
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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