Ping

Ping is a British surname of uncertain origin and meaning. The surname Ping is considered to be of Anglo-Saxon origin, stemming from the Middle English word "pyng" or "ping," which referred to a narrow strip of land or an enclosure. Alternatively, Ping could also be derived from the Old Norse name PungR, meaning "a young man" or "servant."

The surname Ping has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Pinge, Pyng, and Pynge. The surname is most commonly found in the southern regions of England, particularly in Berkshire, Kent, and Sussex.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Ping include historical figures and contemporary personalities alike, showing the diverse spread of this surname throughout the centuries.

The origins and etymology of the surname Ping remain a subject of academic interest and research within the field of British genealogy and onomastics. Despite its elusive meaning, Ping continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames.

There are approximately 233 people named Ping in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Ping.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: China

Language of origin: Chinese

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alistair
  • Charles
  • Chen
  • Chong
  • Christopher
  • Darren
  • David
  • Jason
  • Jie
  • Jin
  • Kevin
  • Lee
  • Stewart
  • Stuart
  • Xuan

Female

  • Carol
  • Denise
  • Emma
  • Felicia
  • Geraldine
  • Helen
  • Huanhuan
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Nina
  • Pamela
  • Sarah
  • Sophie
  • Sophy

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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