POLLINGER
Pollinger
Pollinger is a surname of Germanic origin, meaning "one who comes from Polling." The village of Polling is located in Bavaria, Germany. The surname Pollinger is believed to have been brought to Britain by German immigrants in medieval times.
History
The earliest recorded instance of the Pollinger surname in Britain dates back to the 16th century. The Pollinger family is thought to have settled in various regions across the country, including Yorkshire, London, and Essex.
Notable Individuals
- James Pollinger (1801-1875): A prominent merchant in London during the Victorian era, known for his charitable work and contributions to local schools.
- Emily Pollinger (1887-1962): An accomplished artist from Yorkshire, known for her landscape paintings inspired by the Yorkshire Dales.
Variants
Variants of the Pollinger surname include Polling, Pollinger, and Polinger.
Modern Distribution
Today, individuals with the surname Pollinger can be found across Britain and in other English-speaking countries. The name has retained its Germanic roots while becoming a part of the multicultural fabric of British society.
References
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
Typical given names associated with the Pollinger surname
Male
- Anthony
- Ben
- Brian
- Christopher
- Daniel
- Dave
- David
- Edmund
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Stephen
Female
- Camille
- Hilda
- Jane
- Karen
- Lisa
- Nicola
- Pauline
- Tracey
- Tracy
- Wendy
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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There are approximately 132 people named Pollinger in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Pollinger.
