Oyston

Oyston is a surname with its origins in Great Britain. The name is of Anglo-Saxon derivation and is locational in nature, derived from the village of Eston in North Yorkshire. The modern spelling of the surname has evolved over centuries and may also have variations such as Oysten or Eyston.

Notable bearers of the Oyston surname include the Oyston family of Lancashire, who have been prominent in various industries over the years. They are particularly known for their involvement in football, with members of the family having owned and managed Blackpool Football Club.

The Oyston surname reflects a rich history and heritage, with branches of the family spread across different regions of Great Britain and beyond. As with many surnames, its significance may hold personal or historical meaning to those who bear it today.

There are approximately 501 people named Oyston in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Oyston.

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

  • David
  • John
  • Karl
  • Kevin
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Rob
  • Robert
  • Shaun

Female

  • Christine
  • Claire
  • Denise
  • Dorothy
  • Jane
  • Janet
  • Julie
  • June
  • Kathryn
  • Katie
  • Samantha
  • Susan
  • Victoria

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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