SHINGFIELD
Shingfield
Shingfield is a British surname that can be traced back to medieval times. The origin of the name is believed to be Anglo-Saxon, with "Shing" possibly deriving from the Old English word "scenc," meaning cup or vessel, and "field" referring to an open piece of land or pasture.
The name Shingfield is relatively rare and predominantly found in specific regions of England. Individuals bearing this surname are often descendants of a family with a long history in farming or land ownership.
Over the centuries, the Shingfield family name has been subject to various spellings and pronunciations due to the prevalence of dialects in different regions of the UK. This has resulted in a diverse range of variations, such as Shingfeld, Shingfild, and Shinfield.
Although the exact historical significance of the Shingfield surname remains obscure, its presence in British records indicates a legacy that spans generations. As with many ancient surnames, the story of the Shingfield family is likely intertwined with the broader narrative of British social, economic, and cultural history.
There are approximately 136 people named Shingfield in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Shingfield.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- Derrick
- John
- Jonathan
- Mark
- Michael
- Neil
- Paul
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Carleen
- Clair
- Clare
- Gillian
- Helen
- Jean
- Lorraine
- Marie
- Olive
- Samantha
Similar and related surnames
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