MINNEY
Minney
Minney is a surname of English origin, predominantly found in South East England. The name is believed to be of Anglo-Saxon descent, deriving from the Old English personal name "Myne", meaning 'precious' or 'beloved'. Over time, this personal name evolved into the modern surname Minney.
The first recorded instance of the Minney surname dates back to the early 13th century in the county of Kent. Throughout history, individuals bearing the Minney surname have been associated with occupations such as farmers, tradesmen, and artisans.
The Minney family has a rich history of involvement in various local communities, particularly in Hampshire and Sussex. They have been noted for their contributions to agriculture, business, and public service. Notable individuals with the Minney surname have made significant achievements in fields such as academia, literature, and the arts.
The Minney surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a sense of pride in familial heritage and tradition. Today, individuals with the surname Minney can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, retaining a link to their English roots.
There are approximately 720 people named Minney in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,500th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Minney.
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
- Allan
- Andrew
- David
- John
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Steven
- Wayne
Female
- Alison
- Angela
- Christine
- Constance
- Janet
- Julia
- Karen
- Laura
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan
- Yvonne
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.