SEATON

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Seaton

Seaton is a surname of Scottish origin, derived from a habitational name for individuals who hail from any of the various places in Scotland named Seaton. The most notable Seaton place-name is Seaton in Aberdeenshire, which is a village near the town of Peterhead.

The surname Seaton is first recorded in the 12th century in historical documents and has variations in spelling such as Seton and Setton. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Seaton have migrated to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to the diaspora of the name.

Families with the surname Seaton have been historically associated with various occupations and professions, from agriculture to maritime activities. The Seaton name has also produced individuals of note, including scholars, artists, and prominent figures in British history.

Today, individuals with the surname Seaton can be found across the United Kingdom, particularly in Scotland and England. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to the rich history and heritage of the Seaton family name.

There are approximately 4,724 people named Seaton in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,995th most common surname in Britain. Around 73 in a million people in Britain are named Seaton.

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

Andrew
Christopher
David
James
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Richard
Robert

Female

Elizabeth
Emma
Helen
Jane
Janet
Jennifer
Julie
Karen
Margaret
Mary
Samantha
Sarah
Sheila

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.