SLINGO

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Slingo

Slingo is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to the early medieval period in England. The name is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is believed to be a locational surname derived from a now-lost place name.

The etymology of the name "Slingo" suggests that it may have derived from Old English origins, with "sla" meaning "sloe tree" and "ing" indicating "son of," therefore the name might have originally meant "son of the one who lived near the sloe tree."

The surname Slingo is relatively rare, with most bearers of the name found in the southern regions of England, particularly in areas such as Hampshire and Wiltshire.

Over the centuries, families with the surname Slingo have been involved in various professions and lines of work, contributing to the diverse tapestry of British society.

Today, the surname Slingo continues to be borne by families across the United Kingdom and has become a distinctive part of British heritage and genealogy.

There are approximately 282 people named Slingo in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Slingo.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Anthony
Colin
David
Gary
Jason
John
Mark
Matthew
Paul
Stephen
Tony
Wayne

Female

Emma
Jean
Joan
Karen
Louise
Margaret
Mary
Michelle
Sheila
Susan

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