SOUTHERINGTON
Southerington
Southerington is a surname of English origin, derived from the place name in the county of Staffordshire, England. The name is believed to have originated from the Old English words "suth" meaning south and "tun" meaning settlement, indicating a southern settlement.
The Southerington surname is considered to be of locational origin, with bearers of the name likely descending from individuals who hailed from the place called Southerington or a similar locality. Over time, individuals bearing this surname would have spread across different regions, resulting in the surname becoming more widely distributed.
The variant spellings of Southerington, such as Sutherington or Suthrington, may also be found in historical records, reflecting the variations in spelling conventions over the centuries.
Notable individuals bearing the Southerington surname have made contributions in various fields, ranging from academia to the arts. Research into the genealogy and history of the Southerington family may provide further insights into the origins and development of this distinguished British surname.
There are approximately 119 people named Southerington in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Southerington.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- James
- Martin
- Vic
Female
- Kathryn
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