SETTERINGTON
Setterington
Setterington is a surname of British origin, typically found in the counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Sæthryð" or "Sǣtrēad," which means "victory counsel" or "sea counselor," respectively. The "-ing" suffix is indicative of a patronymic origin, suggesting that the name originally meant "son of Setter" or "descendant of Setter."
The Setterington surname is most commonly found in Northern England, particularly in the regions surrounding York and Manchester. The family likely has a long history in these areas, with records of individuals bearing the name dating back to medieval times. Over the centuries, the Setterington family may have been involved in various occupations, such as farming, carpentry, or trade, depending on the prevailing economic activities of the region.
Like many British surnames, Setterington may have variations in spelling, including Settrington, Settrington, and Settrington. The name may also have been anglicised or altered over time as families moved and assimilated into different communities.
Today, individuals with the surname Setterington can be found not only in the UK but also in other parts of the world, owing to migration and globalisation. The name carries with it a sense of heritage and ancestry, connecting bearers to their Yorkshire and Lancashire roots.
In modern times, the Setterington surname continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the diverse history and cultural influences that have shaped the British Isles over the centuries.
Typical given names associated with the Setterington surname
Male
- Chris
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- Ian
- Julian
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Phillip
- Thomas
Female
- Anita
- Caroline
- Claire
- Denise
- Helen
- Jean
- Jill
- Kirsty
- Lesley
- Melissa
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There are approximately 143 people named Setterington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Setterington.
Famous people named Setterington
- Dennis Setterington - Football player (1945 to 2005)
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.