MEDLYN
Medlyn
Medlyn is a surname of Cornish origin, associated with the southwestern county of Cornwall in England. The name is derived from the Cornish word "medlen", which means "middle" or "in the middle". This suggests that the surname may have originally denoted someone who lived in the middle of a settlement or between two specific landmarks.
The Medlyn surname has been recorded in Cornwall since ancient times, with early instances found in parish records and historical documents dating back to the 16th century. The surname is relatively rare, even within Cornwall, making it a distinctive and notable part of Cornish heritage.
Individuals bearing the surname Medlyn can be found across various professions and walks of life. The name has likely spread beyond Cornwall over the centuries, with descendants of Medlyn families located in other parts of the United Kingdom and even overseas.
In modern times, the Medlyn surname continues to be upheld by individuals proud of their Cornish roots and heritage. It serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural identity of the region, and of the enduring influence of Cornish names in the wider British population.
There are approximately 132 people named Medlyn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Medlyn.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Andrew
- John
- Mark
- Mervyn
- Michael
- Paul
- Ryan
- Stephen
- Timothy
Female
- Amanda
- Carole
- Donna
- Eileen
- Elizabeth
- Karen
- Kerry
- Penelope
- Tracey
- Victoria
- Zoe