MEPSTEAD
Mepstead
Mepstead is a British surname with origins dating back to the medieval period. The surname is believed to be of English or Anglo-Saxon origin, with variations in spelling such as Mepsted and Mepstedt also seen in historical records.
The etymology of the surname is thought to be locational, derived from a place name such as Mepstead or Mepsted. Such place names might have denoted a location, possibly a lost village or settlement, no longer in existence or with a different name today.
Individuals bearing the surname Mepstead can be found in various historical records, including census data, parish records, and land documents. The distribution of the surname is more commonly seen in certain regions of England, notably in areas with a historical connection to the Anglo-Saxon culture.
Today, the surname Mepstead is relatively rare, and individuals with this surname can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. Genealogical research and DNA testing have helped individuals with the surname Mepstead trace their ancestry and connect with distant relatives.
The Mepstead surname carries with it a sense of history and heritage, reflecting the rich tapestry of British family names that have evolved over centuries.
There are approximately 153 people named Mepstead in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Mepstead.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Colin
- Dale
- Justin
- Paul
- Philip
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
- Thomas
- Vincent
Female
- Anna
- Claire
- Dale
- Emma
- Jean
- Karen
- Lindsey
- Marion
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Rosemary