Lambeth

Lambeth is an English surname of locational origin deriving from the district of Lambeth in South London. The name is believed to have originated from Old English words, "lām" meaning "lamb" and "hȳþ" meaning "harbour" or "landing place". This suggests that the name may have been associated with a place where lambs were kept or sold.

The surname Lambeth is first recorded in historical documents in the 13th century, with variations such as Lambith, Lambath, and Lambethe seen in early writings. Individuals carrying the name Lambeth were predominantly found in the London area and its surrounding counties, indicating a strong regional connection.

Over time, the surname Lambeth has spread beyond its original locality and can be found across different parts of Britain and other English-speaking countries. Today, individuals with the surname Lambeth continue to uphold the heritage and legacy associated with this ancient British family name.

There are approximately 850 people named Lambeth in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,394th most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Lambeth.

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

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Stephen
  • Trevor

Female

  • Adele
  • Coral
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Jennifer
  • Karen
  • Lisa
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Susan
  • Valerie

Similar and related surnames

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