PYNE
Pyne
The surname Pyne is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "pin", meaning "hill". It is a toponymic surname, indicating that the original bearers of the name may have hailed from a place known as "Pyne" or lived near a hill.
The Pyne surname is primarily found in the south-west of England, particularly in the counties of Devon and Somerset. The earliest recorded instance of the surname dates back to the 13th century in Devon.
Over the centuries, bearers of the Pyne surname have been involved in various professions and activities, including agriculture, trade, and military service. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and settlement.
Notable individuals with the surname Pyne include British artist Willoughby Pyne and Australian politician Christopher Pyne. The surname continues to be borne by individuals of diverse backgrounds and professions, contributing to the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 2,119 people named Pyne in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,002nd most common surname in Britain. Around 33 in a million people in Britain are named Pyne.
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Richard
- Roger
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Linda
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria