Pingree

Pingree is a surname of English origin that can be traced back to the medieval period. The name is believed to have originated from various locations in Britain named as "ping" or "Peng", and "ree", meaning boundary or shore.

Historically, individuals bearing the surname Pingree were predominantly found in the southern counties of England, particularly in the areas of Hampshire and Sussex. Over time, the name has spread to other parts of the country and even beyond to the United States and other English-speaking nations.

Notable individuals with the surname Pingree include:

  • Hazen S. Pingree (1840-1901): An American politician who served as the Mayor of Detroit and Governor of Michigan.
  • David Pingree (1933-2005): An American scholar known for his work in Indology and Sanskrit texts.

The Pingree family name continues to be passed down through generations, with descendants scattered across the globe. Today, those who bear the surname Pingree can take pride in their English heritage and the contributions made by their ancestors to various fields of endeavour.

There are approximately 100 people named Pingree in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Pingree.

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

  • Brian
  • Darren
  • Gary
  • James
  • John
  • Lewis
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Roland
  • Timothy

Female

  • Antonia
  • Claire
  • Edna
  • Emily
  • Hannah
  • Julia
  • June
  • Kate
  • Katie
  • Laura
  • Maureen
  • Theresa

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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