INGMAN
Ingman
Ingman is a British surname of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse name Ingimundr, meaning "protector of Ing", with Ing being the name of a Germanic god associated with fertility and agriculture.
The surname Ingman is believed to have been introduced to Britain during the Viking Age when Nordic peoples settled in the British Isles. Over time, individuals bearing the name Ingman integrated into British society, contributing to the cultural tapestry of the nation.
Today, the surname Ingman is found across the United Kingdom, with notable concentrations in regions with historically strong Scandinavian influences, such as Yorkshire, East Anglia, and parts of Scotland.
Individuals with the surname Ingman have made various contributions to British society, with some distinguished figures excelling in fields such as academia, business, the arts, and more. The surname's rich history and Scandinavian connections make it a point of interest for genealogists and historians studying British family names and their origins.
There are approximately 449 people named Ingman in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Ingman.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
- Steven
- Stuart
- Thomas
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Caroline
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Jayne
- Joan
- Karen
- Louise
- Lucy
- Rebecca