Lunt

Origins and Meaning

Lunt is a surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that can be traced back to medieval England. The name comes from the Old English word "hlēot," meaning a portion or share. Over time, it evolved into various forms, with Lunt being one of the commonly used variations.

Geographical Distribution and Historical Significance

The surname Lunt has been historically most prevalent in the county of Lancashire in the north-west of England. However, individuals bearing this surname can be found in other regions across the United Kingdom and beyond, particularly in former British colonies.

Notable Individuals

The Lunt surname may not be associated with widely recognised figures in history or contemporary society. However, many families bearing this surname may have their own treasured stories and contributions to different fields over the years.

Variants and Derivatives

Variants and derivatives of the Lunt surname include variations in spelling such as Lunte and Lount. These variations reflect the historical development of the surname across different regions and time periods.

There are approximately 4,302 people named Lunt in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,172nd most common surname in Britain. Around 66 in a million people in Britain are named Lunt.

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

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Stephen
  • William

Female

  • Ann
  • Anne
  • Helen
  • Jacqueline
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Pamela
  • Patricia
  • Pauline
  • Rebecca
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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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