PILLINGER
Pillinger
Pillinger is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin derived from the Old English words pil, meaning "arrow", and hengest, meaning "stallion". The Pillinger surname likely originated as a descriptive nickname for someone who was a skilled archer or who had a strong association with horses.
The earliest recordings of the Pillinger surname date back to the 16th century in various regions of England, particularly in Norfolk and Suffolk. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and the world.
Notable individuals bearing the Pillinger surname include Charles Pillinger, a British engineer known for his work in the aerospace industry, and their achievements have contributed to the legacy of the name.
The Pillinger surname continues to be present in contemporary British society, representing a rich historical and cultural heritage that reflects the traditions and values of the nation.
References:
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Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
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Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 835 people named Pillinger in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,503rd most common surname in Britain. Around 13 in a million people in Britain are named Pillinger.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alfred
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Glen
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Nic
- Richard
- Simon
- Stephen
- Steve
Female
- Emily
- Fay
- Helen
- Jane
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
- Zoe