SONGHURST
Songhurst
Songhurst is a British surname with roots in medieval England. The name is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English words "song" meaning "song" or "psalm" and "hurst" meaning "wooded hill", indicating that the original bearers of the name may have lived near a wooded hill where songs or music were performed.
The Songhurst family history can be traced back to the county of Sussex in the southern region of England. The surname has seen various spelling variations over the centuries, including Sungeworth, Sungworth, and Sungearst.
Members of the Songhurst family have been noted in historical records for their involvement in various occupations, including agriculture, music, and literature. The name has remained relatively uncommon, with concentrations in the Sussex region of England.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Songhurst can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, particularly in former British colonies. The name continues to represent a link to the family's historical roots in medieval England and their enduring legacy.
There are approximately 458 people named Songhurst in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Songhurst.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- John
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Philip
- Richard
- Robert
- Steven
- Thomas
- Warren
Female
- Adele
- Carol
- Emma
- Jane
- Julie
- Leah
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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