Lamport

Lamport is a surname of English origin that has been recorded in the British Isles since medieval times. The name is locational and derives from the villages of Lamport in Northamptonshire and Lamport in Leicestershire.

Historically, the Lamport family was associated with land ownership and agriculture, reflecting the rural economy of England. The surname likely denoted someone who lived or worked in or near the village of Lamport.

Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Lamport have been documented in various historical records, including census data, parish registers, and wills. The name may have undergone spelling variations over time, as was common with surnames in earlier periods.

The Lamport surname is relatively uncommon but still persists today, with descendants of the original bearers of the name found in different parts of the UK and beyond. The name's historical connections to specific locations make it of interest to genealogists and historians studying English family histories.

Notable individuals with the surname Lamport have included figures from diverse fields such as academia, business, and the arts. The name continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to its legacy and relevance in contemporary British society.

There are approximately 560 people named Lamport in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Lamport.

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
  • Jason
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Stephen
  • Wayne
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Angela
  • Anne
  • Charlotte
  • Elizabeth
  • Gillian
  • Janet
  • Jennifer
  • Julie
  • Katherine
  • Pamela
  • Paula
  • Sandra
  • Sarah
  • Sylvia

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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