HUNTINGTON
Huntington
Huntington is a prominent British surname with roots dating back to the medieval period. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English personal name Hunta combined with the suffix -ing and tun, meaning "hunter's settlement".
History
The Huntington family is believed to have originated in the region of Huntingdon, in the historic county of Huntingdonshire, now part of Cambridgeshire, England. Over the centuries, branches of the Huntington family spread to different parts of the British Isles and beyond.
The name Huntington has been associated with various notable individuals throughout history, including scholars, artists, and public figures. One of the most famous bearers of the name is Samuel Huntington, a distinguished American statesman who served as the president of the Continental Congress during the American Revolutionary War.
Variants
Variants of the Huntington surname include Huntinton, Huntnton, Huntinton, and Huntnton.
Notable Individuals
- Samuel Huntington (1731–1796) - American statesman, president of the Continental Congress
- Catharina Huntington (b. 1985) - British artist known for her contemporary sculptures
- Isaac Huntington (1802–1879) - British historian and author
In modern times, the Huntington surname continues to be borne by many individuals across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, maintaining a connection to its ancient origins and historical significance.
There are approximately 1,749 people named Huntington in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,700th most common surname in Britain. Around 27 in a million people in Britain are named Huntington.
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
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Ayesha
- Claire
- Emma
- Julie
- Lisa
- Louise
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Nadia
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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