PENWRIGHT
Penwright
Penwright is an English surname with origins believed to be of Old English descent. The name is said to have derived from the pre-7th-century words "penn," meaning a hill or a peak, and "wyrhta," meaning a wright or a craftsman, suggesting that the original bearers of this surname may have been associated with hillside or peak-related occupations.
The Penwright surname is relatively rare, with the majority of individuals bearing this name found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with a historical connection to Old English settlements. The name has also been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including variations such as Pennwright and Penryte.
People with the surname Penwright have made contributions to various fields, including literature, art, and academia. Research into the genealogy and history of the Penwright family continues to shed light on the legacy and heritage associated with this distinctive name.
There are approximately 135 people named Penwright in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Penwright.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Dennis
- Gordon
- Graeme
- Ian
- James
- Michael
- Neil
- Richard
- Simon
- Steven
Female
- Dawn
- Gladys
- Jemma
- Judith
- Julie
- Melanie
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sandra
- Tracey