LAMPSHIRE
Lampshire
Origin and Meaning: Lampshire is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "lamp" meaning a lamp or beacon, and "scir" meaning bright or shining. This surname likely originated from a place name associated with a prominent lamp or beacon, or a location known for its brightness.
Distribution: The surname Lampshire is relatively rare and is most commonly found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions of southern England.
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Variants: Variants of the surname Lampshire may include Lamshire, Lampshere, and Lampsher.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland.
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There are approximately 247 people named Lampshire in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Lampshire.
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
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
- Brian
- David
- Geoffrey
- Gordon
- Jason
- John
- Jonathon
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Jeanette
- Julia
- Julie
- Krystle
- Lilian
- Linda
- Lynda
- Natalie
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah