SINGLETARY
Singletary
Singletary is an English surname with Anglo-Saxon origins. The surname is believed to have derived from the Old English words "singel," meaning a strip of land, and "tun," meaning enclosure or settlement, denoting someone who lived near or owned a piece of land located in a corner or strip. The surname is classified as a locational surname, suggesting that the original bearers were associated with a specific geographic location.
The Singletary surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom and is most commonly found in regions with historical connections to the Anglo-Saxons, such as East Anglia and the East Midlands. Over time, migration and population movements have led to the dispersion of individuals bearing the Singletary surname.
Notable individuals with the surname Singletary have distinguished themselves in various fields, including academia, politics, and sports. The surname has a rich history and continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its distinctive heritage and significance in British genealogy.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Singletary can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, reflecting the diasporic nature of British surnames. The name continues to evoke a sense of lineage and ancestry, linking contemporary bearers to their Anglo-Saxon roots.
There are approximately 42 people named Singletary in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Singletary.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
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