ROBLIN
Roblin
Roblin is an Anglo-Saxon surname with origins that can be traced back to medieval England. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Rūnwine", which consists of "rūn" meaning "secret" or "counsel" and "wine" meaning "friend". Over time, this personal name evolved into the surname Roblin, reflecting the early medieval practice of adopting surnames based on one's given name.
The Roblin surname is relatively rare in Britain, with concentrations found particularly in regions such as Yorkshire and East Anglia. Variants of the surname include Roblyn and Robling, all derived from the same etymological root.
Individuals bearing the Roblin surname have historically been involved in various occupations, with records showing Roblins working as farmers, labourers, and craftsmen. The surname has also been associated with military service and other civic roles throughout British history.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Roblin can be found both in Britain and in other parts of the world, particularly in former British colonies where migration has taken place. The name has retained its unique identity and continues to be of significance to those who bear it, representing a link to the ancestral roots and heritage of the British people.
There are approximately 368 people named Roblin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Roblin.
Surname type: Diminutive
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
- Carl
- Daniel
- David
- Gareth
- Ian
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Matthew
- Paul
- Russell
- William
Female
- Charlotte
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Heather
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Julie
- Lisa
- Lucy
- Lyn
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nia
- Susan