PLEVIN
Plevin
Plevin is a surname of English origin, derived from the Old English personal name Plegwin, which in turn originated from the elements "pleg," meaning sport or play, and "wine," meaning friend. The surname Plevin is classified as one of the patronymic surnames, indicating that it was originally based on the father's name.
The earliest record of the Plevin surname dates back to the late 19th century in the United Kingdom. Individuals bearing the surname Plevin can be found in various regions of England and Scotland, often concentrated in urban areas.
The Plevin surname may have been influenced by the migration and settlement patterns of individuals within the British Isles. Like many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation are common, with Plevin being just one of several possible forms.
Today, individuals with the surname Plevin can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world as a result of migration and globalisation. The name Plevin continues to be passed down through generations, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 233 people named Plevin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Plevin.
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
- Adam
- Andrew
- James
- Jeremy
- John
- Joseph
- Mark
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Simon
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Barbara
- Elizabeth
- June
- Lynne
- Marie
- Mary
- Michelle
- Pauline
- Rebecca
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Susan
- Tracey
- Victoria