PINNER
Pinner
Introduction Pinner is a surname of English origin that is believed to have originated from the village of the same name in Middlesex, England. The name is thought to have derived from the Old English word "pinn," referring to a hill, and the suffix "-er," denoting someone who lived or worked at a particular place.
History The surname Pinner is recorded in historical documents as far back as the 12th century. The Pinner family is believed to have been landowners and farmers in the village of Pinner and its surrounding areas. Over the centuries, the surname has spread across different regions of England and beyond through migration, trade, and conquest.
Notable Individuals
- Joe Pinner (1900–1975) – A renowned British author and historian known for his extensive research on medieval English villages, including Pinner.
- Sarah Pinner (b. 1985) – A contemporary artist from London whose works have been exhibited internationally, with a focus on landscapes inspired by her ancestral village of Pinner.
Variants Variants of the surname Pinner include Pinor, Pynner, Pinneri, and Pyner. These variations may have emerged due to differences in dialect and regional accents over time.
Legacy The surname Pinner continues to be borne by individuals around the world, with many descendants tracing their roots back to the original village of Pinner in Middlesex. The name serves as a reminder of the historical connection between families and localities in England and reflects the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 1,352 people named Pinner in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,827th most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named Pinner.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Andrew
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- Derek
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Matthew
- Michael
- Richard
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Gemma
- Jacqueline
- Joan
- Karen
- Margaret
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Samantha
- Sharon
- Susan
- Zoe