KINNING
Kinning
Kinning is a historic British surname, believed to have originated from the Middle English word 'kinnen', signifying "to know" or "to recognise". The name is thought to have been used as a nickname for someone known for their keen sense of recognition or familiarity.
The Kinning surname is found predominantly in the United Kingdom, particularly in areas such as Scotland and Northern England. Over the centuries, the name has branched out to various other regions as well.
Individuals with the surname Kinning have been identified in records dating back to the medieval period, with variations in spelling such as Kenning and Kinin also being documented. The surname has evolved and diversified over time, reflecting the complex history of the British Isles and the interactions between different cultures.
Today, the Kinning surname is relatively rare and is often found in historical records, genealogical databases, and family histories. It remains a distinctive part of British nomenclature, bearing witness to the rich tapestry of names and identities present in the diverse population of the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 114 people named Kinning in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kinning.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Daniel
- David
- George
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Paul
- Richard
- Robert
- Stewart
- William
Female
- Angela
- Anneka
- Elizabeth
- Esther
- Hannah
- Joanne
- Lesley
- Lisa
- Loveday
- Margaret
- Maureen
- Veronica
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.