LOUGHTON
Loughton
Loughton is an English locational surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the village of Loughton in Essex, England. The village's name is thought to have originated from the Old English words "loc," meaning enclosure or fence, and "tun," meaning settlement or village.
The surname Loughton is believed to have been used to identify individuals who hailed from, or had ancestral ties to, the village of Loughton. Over time, as populations migrated and surnames became hereditary, the name Loughton was passed down through generations.
The Loughton surname is relatively uncommon, with most individuals bearing this name having ancestral roots in Essex or surrounding regions. Variants of the surname may include Loughten or Loughtton, reflecting alternate spellings over the centuries.
People with the surname Loughton can be found in various historical records, including census data, parish registers, and genealogical archives, providing insight into their family histories and lineages.
Today, individuals with the surname Loughton can be found across the United Kingdom and in parts of the world where people of British descent have settled. The surname continues to be a reminder of the village of Loughton's place in English history and heritage.
There are approximately 384 people named Loughton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Loughton.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Barrie
- Christopher
- David
- Gavin
- Gordon
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Barbara
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Eve
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jennifer
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Suzanne