Shenton

Shenton is a traditional British surname that is believed to have originated as a locational name, deriving from the village of Shenton in Leicestershire, England. The village name itself may have derived from the Old English words "sceon" meaning "beautiful" and "tun" meaning "settlement" or "town".

The surname Shenton is most commonly found in the regions of Leicestershire, Staffordshire, and Cheshire in England. It is also found in various other parts of the United Kingdom and has spread to other English-speaking countries through migration and settlement.

Individuals bearing the surname Shenton have made contributions across various fields, including academia, sports, and the arts. The name has a rich history and continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its presence in contemporary society.

Variant spellings of the surname Shenton may include Sheinton, Shainton, and Shynton, among others. The name Shenton holds significance as a marker of familial heritage and historical connection to specific geographic origins in Britain.

There are approximately 4,161 people named Shenton in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,240th most common surname in Britain. Around 64 in a million people in Britain are named Shenton.

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
  • John
  • Mark
  • Matthew
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Robert

Female

  • Ann
  • Christine
  • Claire
  • Emma
  • Hilary
  • Jennifer
  • Joanne
  • Julie
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Maureen
  • Patricia
  • 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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