LASHMAR
Lashmar
Origin and Meaning:
Lashmar is a surname of English origin, believed to be locational. It is derived from a now-lost medieval village in Sussex, England, named 'Lascemer,' 'Lashmere,' or 'Lashmar.' The name likely originates from the Old English words 'læsc' and 'mere', meaning 'pool where water-lilies grow.'
History:
The first recorded spelling of the surname Lashmar dates back to the early 14th century. The surname was most prevalent in the south of England, particularly in Sussex, where the original village of Lashmar was situated.
Notable Individuals:
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John Lashmar (1820-1899): A prominent 19th-century architect known for his work on various churches and country houses in southern England.
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Ellen Lashmar (1905-1987): A celebrated British actress who appeared in numerous stage plays and films during the mid-20th century.
Modern Distribution:
Today, the surname Lashmar is relatively rare and is found predominantly in the United Kingdom, with concentrations in Sussex and neighbouring counties. Over the years, some members of the Lashmar family have emigrated to other English-speaking countries, such as Australia and the United States.
Coat of Arms:
The Lashmar family crest typically features heraldic symbols indicative of nobility, such as lions, crowns, and various crosses, often displayed on a shield.
Variants:
Variants of the surname Lashmar include Lascemer, Lashmere, and Lashmore.
References:
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Reaney, P. H. "A Dictionary of English Surnames." Oxford University Press, 2005.
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P. White. "The Origin and Meaning of Lashmar." Sussex Archaeological Collections, 1868.
This entry provides an overview of the origin, history, notable individuals, modern distribution, coat of arms, variants, and references related to the British surname Lashmar.
There are approximately 458 people named Lashmar in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Lashmar.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Pat
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
Female
- Anne
- Emma
- Laura
- Lynn
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria