ROLLINSON
Rollinson
Rollinson is a prominent British surname with roots dating back to medieval times. The surname is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the old English personal name 'Hrollaugr', which combines 'hrollr' meaning 'fame' and 'augr' meaning 'lineage'.
Origins and History
The Rollinson surname first appeared in records in the 13th century when individuals bearing this name were scattered across various regions of England. The surname spread to different parts of Britain over the centuries due to migration and settlement.
Distribution
Today, Rollinson is most commonly found in northern England, particularly in Yorkshire and Lancashire. The surname has also spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and the world due to emigration.
Notable Individuals
Sir William Rollinson (1802–1879) – A distinguished British industrialist known for his contributions to the textile industry during the Industrial Revolution.
Margaret Rollinson (1925–2010) – A renowned British author and historian who specialised in medieval British history.
Variants
Variants of the Rollinson surname include Rollinson, Rollinsonn, Rolinson, and Rolinsonn.
Coat of Arms
The Rollinson family coat of arms features a shield with unique heraldic symbols that represent the values and history of the lineage.
Legacy
The Rollinson surname continues to be carried by numerous individuals around the world, connecting them to their British ancestry. Family reunions and genealogical research help preserve the history and heritage associated with the Rollinson name.
Typical given names associated with the Rollinson surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Steven
Female
- Angela
- Anne
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Margaret
- Penelope
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 3,213 people named Rollinson in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,824th most common surname in Britain. Around 49 in a million people in Britain are named Rollinson.
Surname type: From name of parent
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Famous people named Rollinson
- Alan Rollinson - Racecar driver (1943 to 2019)
- Adrian Rollinson - Athlete
- Dave Rollinson - Cyclist
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.