LININGTON
Linington
Linington is a surname of English origin, particularly prevalent in the south of England. The name is believed to be locational, deriving from the village of Linington in East Sussex, or possibly from the Old English personal name Lina combined with tun, meaning "enclosure" or "settlement".
The first recorded instance of the surname dates back to the early 13th century, where a family bearing the name was found in documents in Sussex. Over the centuries, bearers of the Linington name have spread throughout the UK and beyond.
The Linington family has been noted for its contributions to various fields, including literature, law, and academia. Notable individuals with the surname include [insert notable figures if known].
Today, the Linington surname continues to be passed down through generations, holding a place in the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 256 people named Linington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Linington.
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
- Christopher
- David
- George
- Gordon
- Ian
- James
- John
- Lucas
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Simon
Female
- Carol
- Elisabeth
- Elizabeth
- Heather
- Janice
- Jessica
- Joanne
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Zoe
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