SAMPLE
Sample
Sample is a British surname of English origin. It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone believed to be representative of a particular trait or characteristic. The surname may have also referred to a standard pattern or example.
Notable Individuals
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John Sample (1801-1875): A notable British artist known for his landscape paintings during the Victorian era.
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Elizabeth Sample (b. 1985): British actress who has appeared in several popular television dramas.
Distribution
The surname Sample is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most of the individuals bearing this name residing in the southern regions such as London and the surrounding counties.
Meaning
The meaning of the surname Sample has evolved over time, but its historical significance lies in its representation of an archetype or example.
Cultural Significance
While not as common as some other British surnames, the name Sample holds a unique place in British culture, representing a diverse range of individuals who have left their mark in various fields.
There are approximately 1,006 people named Sample in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,347th most common surname in Britain. Around 15 in a million people in Britain are named Sample.
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Christine
- Claire
- Diane
- Dorothy
- Elizabeth
- Jane
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.