PEMBLETON
Pembleton
Pembleton is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word "Pen", meaning an enclosure or a hill, and "Blet", referring to a piece of land. The name likely originally denoted someone who lived near or owned land by a particular hill or enclosed area.
The Pembleton surname is relatively rare and is mostly found in the United Kingdom. It is believed to have originated in places such as Yorkshire and Lancashire in northern England. Over time, families with the surname Pembleton have spread to various parts of the country and beyond.
Individuals with the surname Pembleton have made contributions to various fields, including academia, business, and the arts. The name continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive a connection to its historical roots in the English landscape.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Pembleton can be found across the UK and in some parts of the world where British emigrants have settled. The name retains its unique heritage and serves as a reminder of the family lines and histories that have shaped its bearers over the centuries.
There are approximately 182 people named Pembleton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Pembleton.
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
- Alan
- Charles
- Christopher
- David
- Don
- James
- John
- Michael
- Philip
- Phillip
- Richard
- Shane
- Stephen
Female
- Andrea
- Claire
- Fay
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Jeanette
- Joanna
- Jodi
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey
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