PENTECOST
Pentecost
Pentecost is an English surname of religious origin, derived from the Christian festival of Pentecost. The surname is of Old English origin, deriving from the word "pentecosten," meaning "Pentecost," which itself is derived from the Greek word "pentekoste," referring to the fiftieth day.
The Pentecost surname is most commonly found in the south-west region of England, particularly in Devon and Cornwall. The name was likely first used to denote individuals born or baptized on the Feast of Pentecost, a significant feast in the Christian calendar that commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Pentecost have been associated with various professions and occupations, including clergy members, agricultural workers, and artisans. The name has also been anglicised in some instances to forms such as "Penticost" or "Penticott."
As with many surnames, Pentecost has seen various spellings and iterations over the centuries due to differing regional accents and dialects. Today, the surname Pentecost remains a reminder of the religious and cultural heritage of the British Isles, reflecting the enduring influence of Christian traditions on English society.
There are approximately 739 people named Pentecost in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,312th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Pentecost.
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Dean
- James
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Peter
- William
Female
- Angela
- Barbara
- Carol
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Jane
- Julie
- Lisa
- Nicola
- Rachel
- Sandra
- Susan
- Zona
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