Pinfield

Pinfield is a surname of English origin, derived from a locational name referring to a place named "Pinfield". The name possibly originated from Old English, with "pin" referring to a pine tree and "field" denoting an open area of land. It is likely that the name was given to someone who lived near or in a pine tree-filled area.

The Pinfield surname has historical roots in various regions across England, particularly in the West Midlands and the South East. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Pinfield have been recorded in local parish registers, census data, and other historical documents.

Like many surnames, Pinfield may have undergone variations in spelling throughout its history, such as "Pynfield" or "Pynfeld". This is a common occurrence in the evolution of surnames due to factors such as dialectal differences and inconsistencies in record-keeping.

Individuals with the surname Pinfield may have diverse ancestral backgrounds and family histories, reflecting the complex tapestry of English genealogy. Today, the surname Pinfield continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames and heritage.

There are approximately 642 people named Pinfield in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Pinfield.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Colin
  • David
  • John
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Nicholas
  • Nick
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Tom
  • Wesley

Female

  • Angela
  • Barbara
  • Claire
  • Eleanor
  • Emma
  • Joanne
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Melissa
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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