Longville

The British surname Longville is of Old English origin, derived from the words "lang" meaning long, and "feld" meaning field. The surname is locational, referring to individuals who lived near or worked in a long field. Variations of the surname include Longfeld, Longfield, Langfield, and Longville.

The Longville family name has been documented in various parts of England, particularly in the counties of Essex, Kent, and Yorkshire. The earliest records date back to the medieval period, with references to individuals bearing the name found in historical documents such as parish registers, tax records, and census reports.

Over the centuries, the Longville surname has likely branched out into different lineages, with branches settling in various regions of the United Kingdom and beyond. The surname may have undergone spelling variations and adaptations as families moved and integrated into new communities.

Today, individuals with the surname Longville can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, with descendants of Longvilles tracing their heritage back to their English roots. The name Longville carries with it a sense of familial history and connection to the landscapes of the past, reflecting the enduring legacy of the bearers of this distinguished surname.

There are approximately 135 people named Longville in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Longville.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Blair
  • Brian
  • David
  • Matthew
  • Maurice
  • Michael
  • Morris
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Stephen
  • Timothy

Female

  • Amanda
  • Avis
  • Chantelle
  • Helen
  • Helena
  • Jane
  • Pamela
  • Sarah
  • Sharon
  • Victoria

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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