INGOE
Ingoe
Ingoe is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English words "Ing" meaning "meadow" or "pasture" and "hoh" meaning "spur of a hill". The name is primarily found in the northern regions of England, particularly in Northumberland.
The first recorded instance of the surname Ingoe dates back to the 12th century, where it was primarily associated with families residing in or around the village of Ingoe in Northumberland. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, carried by descendants of these original families.
Individuals bearing the surname Ingoe have been involved in various professions and endeavours throughout history. Some have been known for their agricultural pursuits, owing to the meaning of "Ing" as "meadow" or "pasture" in the name. Others have excelled in the realms of academia, business, and the arts.
As with many surnames, the lineage of the Ingoe family can be traced through genealogical records, parish registers, and historical archives. Today, individuals with the surname Ingoe can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, contributing to diverse fields and continuing the legacy of their ancestors.
Ingoe remains a distinctive and relatively rare surname, holding a sense of history and regional identity tied to its Northumberland roots.
There are approximately 144 people named Ingoe in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Ingoe.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brodie
- Christopher
- Colin
- Darren
- James
- John
- Jordan
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
Female
- Alison
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Josephine
- Linda
- Louise
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Philippa
- Rachel