SHINWELL
Shinwell
The surname Shinwell traces its origins to England, specifically the northeastern region. The name is of habitational origin, deriving from the a village called Shinwell in County Durham. The village was likely named after a local geographical feature or landowner in the medieval period.
Notable Individuals
One notable individual with the surname Shinwell was Emanuel Shinwell, Baron Shinwell, a prominent British politician. Born in 1884 as a coal miner in Fife, Scotland, he rose to political prominence within the Labour Party. Baron Shinwell served as a Member of Parliament and held various cabinet positions in the mid-20th century.
Distribution and Legacy
The distribution of the Shinwell surname is relatively limited, with most occurrences found in the North East of England. Over time, the name has maintained a connection to its regional roots while some bearers of the surname have achieved recognition in public life.
In modern times, the Shinwell surname serves as a reminder of the historical connections between local place names and family identities in Britain.
There are approximately 60 people named Shinwell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Shinwell.