LUPTON
Lupton
Origin:
Lupton is a surname of English origin, derived from various place names such as Lupton in West Yorkshire, Lupton in Cumbria, or looptūn in Old English, meaning "farmstead on the bend of a river".
History:
The Lupton family has been prominent in British history, particularly in the county of Yorkshire. The name is recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as "Loctone" and has various spellings in historical records, including Lopton and Lupton.
Notable People:
1. Francis Lupton (1773-1884): An established landowner and politician, Francis Lupton was a member of the prominent Lupton family of Leeds.
2. Olive Middleton (née Lupton) (1915-2004): An ancestor of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Olive Middleton was born into the Lupton family and played a significant role in their legacy.
Legacy:
The Lupton name has endured for centuries, with various branches of the family making contributions to politics, business, and society. The family's connections to Yorkshire and their involvement in local affairs have left a lasting impact on the region's history.
References:
- Bardsley, Charles W. A Dictionary of English and Welsh Surnames. Heritage Books, 2008.
- Lupton, L. The Lupton Family In England And America: The Lupton Family In America And England. Andesite Press, 2015.
There are approximately 3,208 people named Lupton in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,832nd most common surname in Britain. Around 49 in a million people in Britain are named Lupton.
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
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Carol
- Claire
- Emma
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Linda
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Sarah
- Susan