RINGER
Ringer
The surname Ringer is of English origin and is classified as a locational or occupational surname. The name is derived from the Old English word "hring" which means a circular object or ring. The Ringer family name was likely to have been assigned to individuals who worked as a blacksmith or a metalworker, who created or repaired objects that were ring-shaped.
The Ringer surname may also have been adopted by individuals who resided in a place with the name Ringer, although such a location is not widely known in Britain.
The Ringer surname is distributed across various regions in the United Kingdom, with concentrations historically found in counties such as Lancashire, Yorkshire, and Essex. Over time, individuals with the surname Ringer would have dispersed to other parts of the country and the world.
Notable bearers of the Ringer surname may include individuals who have contributed significantly to various fields such as academia, literature, sports, or the arts. The Ringer surname, like many British surnames, carries a rich history and heritage, reflecting the diverse tapestry of the British population.
There are approximately 989 people named Ringer in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,433rd most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Ringer.
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
- Alan
- Anthony
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Stephen
Female
- Catherine
- Charlotte
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Gillian
- Jane
- Julie
- Lisa
- Louise
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracy
- Vicky
Similar and related surnames
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