READINGS
Readings
Readings is a British surname of English origin. It is derived from the Old English word "read", meaning "red", and was used to describe someone with red hair or a ruddy complexion. The surname has appeared in various forms over the centuries, including "Reading" and "Redding".
One notable individual bearing the surname Readings is John Readings, a 19th-century explorer who played a key role in mapping the uncharted territories of Africa. Another prominent figure is Emma Readings, a renowned British historian and author who has written extensively on medieval English history.
The Readings family has a long-standing history in Britain, with records dating back to the medieval period. The surname has been found in various regions across the country, but particularly in the southern counties of England.
Today, the Readings surname continues to be passed down through generations, with many individuals proudly bearing this unique and historic name.
There are approximately 321 people named Readings in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Readings.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Christopher
- Clifford
- David
- Gavin
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Reg
- Stephen
- Steven
- Timothy
- William
Female
- Alison
- Ann
- Catherine
- Diane
- Jane
- Jennifer
- June
- Karen
- Linda
- Sarah
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.