Kington

Kington is a surname of English origin, most commonly found in the West Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The name is believed to be locational in nature, derived from the town of Kington in Herefordshire.

Etymology

The surname Kington is thought to have originated from Old English, with "cyn" meaning "royal" or "kingly" and "tun" meaning "settlement" or "enclosure." Therefore, Kington may represent a place associated with a king or royal settlement.

Distribution and Popularity

The surname Kington is relatively uncommon, with the majority of individuals bearing this name residing in the UK, particularly in areas close to the historical town of Kington in Herefordshire. The name may also be found in former British colonies due to historical migration patterns.

Notable Individuals

1. Katherine Kington (b. 1985)

An accomplished artist known for her intricate tapestries inspired by British folklore and mythology.

2. Jonathan Kington (1947–2012)

A renowned historian specialising in the medieval history of the West Midlands, particularly the region surrounding the town of Kington.

References

  • Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1991). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
  • Hanks, P., & Hodges, F. (1988). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 474 people named Kington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Kington.

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

  • Alexander
  • Christopher
  • Daniel
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Luke
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • Thomas
  • Tom

Female

  • Alison
  • Amy
  • Anna
  • Emma
  • Hayley
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Jean
  • Louise
  • Margaret
  • Sandra
  • Sarah

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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