Pexton

Pexton is a British surname with its origins deeply rooted in Yorkshire, England. The name is of Anglo-Saxon descent, derived from the Old English personal name Paecc combined with the suffix -tun, which means "settlement" or "enclosure". This suggests that the name Pexton originally referred to someone who lived in or near a village called Paecc's settlement.

The earliest recorded instance of the surname Pexton dates back to the 13th century in Yorkshire, where the family held a seat at Pexton Hall in the parish of Slingsby. Over the centuries, the Pexton family has established itself in various parts of England, with notable concentrations in Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Lincolnshire.

Several individuals bearing the surname Pexton have made notable contributions in various fields, including business, academia, and the arts. The name Pexton continues to be found among British families, reflecting a rich heritage and lineage within the region.

Today, the surname Pexton serves as a symbol of familial pride and heritage for those who bear it, encapsulating a legacy that has endured through generations in the British Isles.

There are approximately 315 people named Pexton in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Pexton.

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

  • Christopher
  • David
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Mark
  • Peter
  • Philip
  • Richard
  • Ronald
  • Sean
  • Stephen
  • Terry

Female

  • Barbara
  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Hilary
  • Karen
  • Katie
  • Margaret
  • Patricia
  • Rosalind
  • Sally
  • Sharon
  • Susan
  • Valerie

Similar and related surnames

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