RINGWOOD
Ringwood
Ringwood is a British surname of Old English origin. It is a habitational name derived from places in Hampshire, Somerset, and the New Forest, which are all named after the Old English words 'hrycg', meaning ridge, and 'wudu', meaning wood.
The surname Ringwood first appeared in written records in the 13th century in Hampshire, indicating that the family has ancient roots in this region. Over the centuries, the Ringwood family spread to other parts of England and eventually to other English-speaking countries.
Notable individuals bearing the Ringwood surname may include influential figures in various fields such as arts, academia, politics, and business. The surname Ringwood embodies a rich heritage and a connection to the landscapes and history of England.
There are approximately 413 people named Ringwood in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Ringwood.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Lee
- Michael
- Paul
- Philip
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Carey
- Charlotte
- Emma
- Fiona
- Jennifer
- Joan
- Linda
- Patricia
- Rosemary
- Sally
- Sarah
- Susan
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