Langhorne

Origin and Meaning: Langhorne is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "lang" meaning "long" and "horn" meaning "horn-shaped hill." The surname likely referred to someone who lived near or on such a hill.

Historical Significance: The Langhorne surname has a notable history in Britain, particularly associated with the Langhorne family of Virginia in the United States. This American branch of the family produced several prominent individuals, including the renowned actress and socialite Nancy Langhorne Astor, who became the first woman to sit as a Member of Parliament in the House of Commons.

Distribution: The surname Langhorne is not as widespread as some other British surnames, with concentrations mainly found in the south of England. Today, individuals bearing the Langhorne surname can still be found in the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries, often with ancestral ties to English or American heritage.

Variants: Variants of the Langhorne surname may include Langhorn, Longhorn, and Longhorne, among others. Over time, spelling variations often arose due to factors such as regional dialects and immigration patterns.

Notable Individuals:

  • Nancy Langhorne Astor - American-born British socialite and the first female Member of Parliament in the House of Commons.
  • John Langhorne - 18th-century English poet and translator known for his works such as "The Country Justice" and "The Fables of Flora."
  • Bevan Langhorne - Canadian football player who played as a running back in the Canadian Football League (CFL).

References:

  • Reaney, P.H. & Wilson, R.M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames.
  • Langhorne Genealogy. (n.d.). Retrieved from www.langhorne.org.

There are approximately 299 people named Langhorne in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Langhorne.

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

  • Daniel
  • David
  • Graham
  • John
  • Karl
  • Keith
  • Leslie
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Nicholas
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Russell

Female

  • Annette
  • Carol
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Janet
  • Jean
  • Joanna
  • Karen
  • Louise
  • Penelope
  • Stacey
  • Susan
  • Wendy

Similar and related surnames

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