Saint

Origin and Meaning The surname Saint is of Old French origin, derived from the word "seinct" which means "holy" or "sacred." It was often used as a nickname for someone who was considered to possess qualities of a saintly nature, or as a residential name for individuals living near a church or holy site.

History The surname Saint has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Sainte, Sante, Saynt, Sent, among others. It has been found in different parts of the United Kingdom, with concentrations in regions such as Cornwall, Devon, and Kent.

Notable Individuals

  • William Saint (1802-1882): An English clergyman known for his philanthropic work in the local community.
  • Emily Saint (1874-1956): A well-known suffragette who campaigned for women's right to vote in the early 20th century.
  • Thomas Saint (1598-1674): A prominent lawyer and politician who played a key role in local governance in the county of Kent.

Variants Variants of the surname Saint include Saints, Saynte, Sainthill, and St. John, reflecting different phonetic interpretations over time.

There are approximately 2,480 people named Saint in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,536th most common surname in Britain. Around 38 in a million people in Britain are named Saint.

Surname type: Status 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

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • David
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Thomas

Female

  • Anne
  • Carol
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Rachel
  • Susan
  • Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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